zoogonous

/zoʊɡəˈnuːs/

Definitions

1. adjective

Producing eggs with a long stalk, especially a type of parasitic worm.

“The zoogonous worms in the water were found to be a new species.”

2. noun

A zoogonous worm.

“The zoogonous in the aquarium were a popular attraction.”

Synonyms

  • parasitic
  • worm-like

Antonyms

  • free-living
  • non-parasitic