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Strongyloid

Stron′gy-loid

,
Adj.
[NL.
Strongylus
the genus (from Gr. [GREEK] round) +
-oid
.]
(Zool.)
Like, or pertaining to,
Strongylus
, a genus of parasitic nematode worms of which many species infest domestic animals. Some of the species, especially those living in the kidneys, lungs, and bronchial tubes, are often very injurious.
Noun.
A strongyloid worm.

Definition 2024


strongyloid

strongyloid

English

Adjective

strongyloid (comparative more strongyloid, superlative most strongyloid)

  1. (zoology) Like, or relating to, Strongylus, a genus of parasitic nematode worms.

Noun

strongyloid (plural strongyloids)

  1. (zoology) Any worm of the genus Strongylus.