clonorchis

/ˈklɒnɒrkiːs/

Definitions

1. noun

a genus of liver flukes, typically found in Asia; parasitic flatworms that infect the liver of humans and other mammals

“The disease caused by Clonorchis sinensis is a significant public health concern in rural areas of Asia.”

Synonyms

  • liver fluke
  • oriental liver fluke

Antonyms

  • free-living organism
  • non-parasitic organism