Definition

Relating to a type of bacteria known as enterococcus, which can be found in the intestines and may cause infections.

Example

The doctor prescribed antibiotics to treat the enterococcal infection.

Conversation

I heard that some infections can be enterococcal in nature.

Really? I didn't know that term before.

Yeah, it refers to those caused by enterococcus bacteria.

That makes sense! It's interesting to learn about different types of infections.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Enterococcal → It is formed from "entero-" (from Greek "enteron", meaning intestine) and "coccus" (from Greek "kokkos", meaning berry or seed). The term refers to bacteria that are found in the intestines and have a spherical shape.

Memory Tip

Think of 'enteron' which relates to the intestines, and 'coccus' which means a small round shape. This helps you remember that 'enterococcal' refers to round bacteria found in the intestines.

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