Ancylostomatidae

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A family of worms called hookworms that live in people and other animals and feed on their blood

noun
/ˌæŋsɪloʊˈstoʊmətɪˌdeɪ/

Specialized

: Ancylostomatidae

Studies have shown that Ancylostomatidae, commonly known as hookworms, can lead to severe anemia in humans and pets.

Examples

Veterinarians often screen for Ancylostomatidae in pets presenting with signs of anemia.
Understanding the life cycle of Ancylostomatidae is crucial for developing effective prevention programs.
Studies have shown that Ancylostomatidae can cause significant health issues in both humans and animals.
The Ancylostomatidae family includes several species of hookworms.
Many children in tropical regions suffer from Ancylostomatidae infections.
Understanding the transmission of Ancylostomatidae is essential for preventing infections in children living in warm climates.
Veterinarians recommend regular checks for Ancylostomatidae in dogs, especially if they exhibit symptoms like fatigue and weight loss.

Synonyms

hookworm

vsAncylostomatidae

Specialized

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A small worm with a hooked mouth that lives in human or animal intestines and drinks blood

is broader and names the entire scientific group rather than single worms

family Ancylostomatidae

vsAncylostomatidae

Specialized

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A group of hookworms that live in the intestines of animals, including humans, and can cause disease

is the same concept but omits the explicit scientific label

Compounds

family Ancylostomatidae

Specialized

9.9

A group of hookworms that live in the intestines of animals, including humans, and can cause disease

Surface Forms

Ancylostomatidae singular

Ancylostomatidaes plural

Etymology

Ancylostomatidae comes from Greek parts: ancyl- meaning 'hook', stoma meaning 'mouth', and the ending -idae meaning 'a family or group of animals'. So these are the 'hook-mouthed' worms, called hookworms, because their hooked mouth helps them attach to a body and can make people or animals sick.