cestoidean

/sɛsˈtoʊdiən/

Definitions

1. adjective

relating to or resembling a Cestoidea, an order of tapeworms.

“The cestoidean parasites found in the fish were a major concern for the local ecosystem.”

2. noun

a member of the order Cestoidea, a group of tapeworms.

“The cestoidean tapeworm infected the animal’s digestive system.”

Synonyms

  • taenoid
  • tapeworm

Antonyms

  • free