Acanthocephalan

Synonyms of acanthocephalan

• spiny-headed worm
• thorny-headed worm

Collocations of acanthocephalan

parasitic worm

Frequency: 80 %

The acanthocephalan is a parasitic worm that infects the intestines of its host.

host organism

Frequency: 75 %

The acanthocephalan requires a host organism to complete its life cycle.

intestinal parasite

Frequency: 70 %

The acanthocephalan is an intestinal parasite that can cause severe health issues in its host.

helminth infection

Frequency: 60 %

Acanthocephalans are a type of helminth that can cause helminth infections in animals.

Idiomatic Expressions for acanthocephalan

• Phrase: straight as an acanthocephalan's proboscis
  Meaning: refers to being very honest or direct
  Usage: She told him the truth straight as an acanthocephalan's proboscis.