cytoproct

/saɪˈtoʊprɒkt/

Definitions

1. noun

A type of intestinal worm, specifically a species of the genus Cylicostephanus, that infests the ceca of sheep and other ruminants.

“The veterinarian examined the sheep for cytoproct infestation and prescribed medication accordingly.”

Synonyms

  • intussuscept
  • intussusceptum

Antonyms

  • ectoparasite
  • endoparasite