Staphylococcus (noun)

A type of bacteria that can cause a variety of infections, including skin infections, food poisoning, and pneumonia.

Origin:

derived from the greek word "staphyle" which means "a bunch of grapes" and "coccus" which means "grain or berry".

Examples:

1. Staphylococcus aureus is a common type of staphylococcus bacteria that can cause skin infections and food poisoning.
2. Staphylococcus bacteria can also cause serious infections such as sepsis and pneumonia.
3. The infection was caused by the staphylococcus bacteria.
4. The wound was infected with staphylococcus.
5. Staphylococcus bacteria are often present on the skin and in the nose of healthy people, but can cause infections when they enter the body through cuts or other openings.