aggregata

/ægrɛˈɡɑːtə/

Definitions

1. noun

A genus of parasitic wasps, particularly the species Aggregata anatis, which parasitizes ducks and geese.

“The biologist studied the life cycle of Aggregata anatis, a parasitic wasp that affects waterfowl.”

Synonyms

  • parasites
  • wasps

Antonyms

  • benefactors
  • helpers