myxopodous

/ˌmɪksəˈpoʊdəs/

Definitions

1. adjective

Having a myxopod as a parasite.

“The myxopodous species in the region were found to be resistant to treatment.”

2. noun

A myxopod, especially one that serves as a parasite.

“The researcher studied the behavior of myxopodous organisms in their natural habitat.”

Synonyms

  • myxopodal
  • myxozoan

Antonyms

  • non-parasitic