family ancylostomatidae
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A veterinarian examines a dog for hookworms from the family Ancylostomatidae.
Definition
Proper noun: - A family of parasitic nematodes: Family Ancylostomatidae is the scientific taxonomic name for a family of parasitic roundworms commonly known as hookworms. These worms are intestinal parasites in vertebrates, including humans.
Usage
- The term is used primarily in scientific, medical, and veterinary contexts to classify and discuss this specific group of parasitic organisms.
- It functions as a singular proper noun, referring to the taxonomic family as a whole.
Examples
Advanced Usage
- In formal taxonomic writing, the name may be italicized: .
- It can be used in a broader biological discussion: "The phylogeny of family Ancylostomatidae is complex."
Variants and Related Words
- Ancylostomatidae: The standard form of the family name, often used interchangeably with "family Ancylostomatidae."
- Hookworm(s): The common name for parasitic nematodes belonging to this family.
- Ancylostoma: A prominent genus within the family Ancylostomatidae.
- Necator: Another significant genus within this family.
Synonyms
- Hookworm family: A descriptive synonym in non-technical language.
Notes
- This is a specialized zoological and medical term. The common name "hookworm" is used far more frequently in general and clinical contexts.
- As a proper noun, it is typically not used with articles (a, the) unless specified (e.g., "the family Ancylostomatidae").
A veterinarian examines a dog for hookworms from the family Ancylostomatidae.
Noun
- hookworms