oxyuridae

Thân thiện

A scientist examines a slide of oxyuridae under a microscope.

Definition

1. Noun:
   • A family of parasitic nematode worms: Oxyuridae is the scientific family name for a group of parasitic worms commonly known as pinworms or threadworms. These are intestinal parasites, with Enterobius vermicularis (the human pinworm) being the most well-known species.

Usage Examples

• Noun:
  • The parasite was identified as a member of the Oxyuridae.
  • Infection with Oxyuridae is common in children.

Advanced Usage

• In taxonomic context: The term is used in zoological and medical taxonomy to classify and discuss this specific family of nematodes.
  • The life cycle of Oxyuridae differs from that of other nematode families.

Variants and Related Words

• Oxyurid (noun/adjective): Referring to a worm belonging to the Oxyuridae family, or relating to that family.
  • An oxyurid infection.
• Pinworm (noun): The common name for worms of the family Oxyuridae, especially .
• Threadworm (noun): Another common name, particularly used in British English.

Synonyms

• Pinworms (common name)
• Threadworms (common name)

Related Terms (Scientific/Medical Context)

• Nematode: The broader class/phylum of roundworms to which Oxyuridae belong.
• Enterobius vermicularis: The species name for the human pinworm.
• Helminth: A general term for parasitic worms.

Học thuật

Noun

1. pinworms

Từ đồng nghĩa

• Oxyuridae
• family Oxyuridae