entameba

/ɛntɑˈmeɪbə/

Definitions

1. noun

a genus of protozoan parasites, typically transmitted through contaminated food or water, causing amoebiasis

“The doctor confirmed that the patient had contracted an entameba infection from drinking contaminated water.”

Synonyms

  • amoeba
  • protozoan

Antonyms

  • healthy
  • parasite-free