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Ixodidae

Definition: Ixodidae refers to a family of parasitic arachnids commonly known as hard ticks. These ticks are external parasites that feed on the blood of mammals, birds, and reptiles.

Senses and Usages:

Sense 1:

Noun: The family name of hard ticks.

Example Sentence: The Ixodidae family includes various species of ticks that can transmit diseases such as Lyme disease and Rocky Mountain spotted fever.

Sense 2:

Noun: Any member species belonging to the family Ixodidae.

Example Sentence: I found an engorged Ixodidae tick on my dog after his walk in the woods.

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