dicyemidae

/ˌdaɪsiːˈmiːmɪdeɪ/

Definitions

1. noun

A family of parasitic worms of the class Microstomacea, found in the coelomic cavities of marine animals, particularly sea cucumbers.

“The study of dicyemidae has provided valuable insights into their unique life cycle and host-parasite relationships.”

Synonyms

  • dicyemid
  • microstomatans

Antonyms

  • free-living
  • parasitic