salmonella
Definition
A genus of rod-shaped, Gram-negative bacteria commonly associated with foodborne illnesses, particularly from contaminated poultry, eggs, and undercooked meats.
Any bacterium of the genus Salmonella, responsible for salmonellosis, a type of gastroenteritis characterized by diarrhea, fever, and abdominal cramps.
Examples
After devouring that questionable picnic salad, Dave's dance with salmonella turned his weekend into a porcelain throne marathon.
The factory recall hit the headlines: salmonella had crashed the egg party, leaving breakfast dreams scrambled.
My roommate's raw cookie dough obsession finally backfired—salmonella sent her straight to the couch with a side of regret.
Chefs warn that undercooked chicken is salmonella's VIP lounge, but some thrill-seekers still RSVP.