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listeria Synonyms
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• noun (Context 1)
A serious foodborne bacterial infection caused by ingesting Listeria monocytogenes, characterized by fever, muscle aches, and gastrointestinal distress, and posing severe risks of meningitis or sepsis in pregnant women, newborns, and immunocompromised individuals.
Usage Example
"Public health officials issued an urgent recall of the soft cheese after several consumers contracted listeriosis."
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listeriosis
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Wordmom. (2026). Synonyms for Listeria. In Wordmom Thesaurus. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/synonyms/listeria