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A genus of gram-positive, coccoid bacteria mainly isolated from milk and milk products. These bacteria are also found in plants and nonsterile frozen and dry foods. Previously thought to be a member of the genus streptococcus (group n), it is now recognised as a separate genus.
(12 Dec 1998)
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