acanthocephalan
An acanthocephalan (Profilicollis altmani) removed from its host
Meanings
Noun
- Any of parasitic intestinal worms comprising the phylum Acanthocephala.
Adjective
- In a manner similar to Acanthocephala.
Related
Similar words
- spiny-headed worm, thorny-headed worm
Origin
- From Ancient Greek ἄκανθος + κεφαλή.
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