Acanthocephalan

Pronunciation: /əˌkænθoʊˈsɛfələn/

Definitions of acanthocephalan

noun a parasitic worm of the phylum Acanthocephala, typically having a cylindrical body with an anterior proboscis bearing recurved hooks

Example Sentences

A1 An acanthocephalan is a type of parasitic worm that infects the intestines of animals.

A2 The acanthocephalan has a unique proboscis used for attaching to its host.

B1 Researchers are studying the life cycle of the acanthocephalan to better understand its behavior.

B2 The presence of acanthocephalan parasites can lead to health issues in the host organism.

C1 The complex reproductive system of the acanthocephalan allows for efficient reproduction within its host.

C2 The acanthocephalan's ability to adapt to different host environments is a subject of ongoing scientific research.

Examples of acanthocephalan in a Sentence

formal The acanthocephalan is a parasitic worm that infects the intestines of vertebrates.

informal I heard that acanthocephalans can be found in fish too.

slang Those acanthocephalans are gross, man.

figurative Dealing with that person is like trying to get rid of an acanthocephalan infestation.

Grammatical Forms of acanthocephalan

• plural: acanthocephalans
• comparative: more acanthocephalan
• superlative: most acanthocephalan
• present tense: acanthocephalan
• future tense: will acanthocephalan
• perfect tense: has acanthocephalan
• continuous tense: is acanthocephalan
• singular: acanthocephalan
• positive degree: acanthocephalan
• infinitive: to acanthocephalan
• gerund: acanthocephalanning
• participle: acanthocephalaned

Origin and Evolution of acanthocephalan

First Known Use: 1850 year

Language of Origin: Greek

Story behind the word: The word 'acanthocephalan' originates from the Greek words 'akantha' meaning thorn and 'kephale' meaning head, referring to the characteristic spiny proboscis of these parasites.

Evolution of the word: The term 'acanthocephalan' has been consistently used in the field of parasitology to refer to a specific group of parasitic worms with spiny heads. Over time, advancements in scientific understanding have led to more detailed classifications within the group, but the term itself has remained relatively unchanged in its usage and meaning.