taeniform

/teɪˈɛnɪfɔrm/

Definitions

1. adjective

shaped like a tapeworm

“The taeniform parasites infect the intestines of their hosts.”

2. noun

a type of tapeworm

“The taeniforms in the dog’s feces indicated a possible infestation.”

Synonyms

  • cestode
  • taenia

Antonyms

  • free
  • parasite-free