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cercariae

 

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Noun cercaria has 1 sense
  1. cercaria - tadpole-shaped parasitic larva of a trematode worm; tail disappears in adult stage
    --1 is a kind of
    larva
    --1 is a member of Trematoda, class Trematoda

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cercariae

Noun (plural): a form of parasitic larvae produced by certain freshwater snails

Sense 1: The cercariae attach themselves to the skin of mammals, including humans, causing various diseases such as swimmer's itch.

Example sentence: After swimming in the lake, I developed an itchy rash on my arms and legs, likely from coming into contact with cercariae.

Sense 2: Scientists study cercariae to better understand the life cycle of parasites and develop effective treatments.

Example sentence: The research team collected cercariae from infected snails in order to analyze their genetic makeup.

Adjective: related to or characterized by cercariae larvae

Sense 1: Cercariae infections have become a local health concern in certain regions due to contaminated water sources.

Example sentence: A local health advisory was issued after numerous cases of cercariae infection were reported in the area.

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