argulus

/ɑrˈɡjuːləs/

Definitions

1. noun

A genus of parasitic crustaceans, often referred to as fish lice.

“The anglerfish was infested with argulus parasites.”

Synonyms

  • crustacean parasite
  • fish lice

Antonyms

  • healthy crustacean
  • non-parasitic crustacean