amphistomoid

/ˌamfɪstoʊmɔɪd/

Definitions

1. adjective

Relating to or resembling amphistomes, a type of parasitic flatworm.

“The amphistomoid parasites were studied extensively by the medical team.”

2. noun

A parasite of the type amphistome.

“The amphistomoid was found in the digestive system of the infected animal.”

Synonyms

  • flatworm
  • parasitic

Antonyms

  • non-parasitic
  • parasite-free