strongylid

/ˈstrɔŋɪlɪd/

Definitions

1. noun

A member of the superfamily Strongyloidea, particularly a species of parasitic nematode worm.

“The doctor examined the strongylid infestation in the infected patient.”

Synonyms

  • nematode
  • parasitic worm

Antonyms

  • non-parasitic organism