oncosphere

/ɒŋkɒˈsfiːr/

Definitions

1. noun

The stage of a parasitic worm in the larval stage that infects a host organism

“The oncosphere of the Taenia saginata parasite infects the human digestive system after ingestion of undercooked beef.”

Synonyms

  • larva
  • parasitic larvae

Antonyms

  • adult
  • mature parasite