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nematode

 

[ หˆnษ›m ษ™หŒtoสŠd ]

Noun
Context #1 | Noun

biology, zoology

Nematodes, commonly known as roundworms, are a diverse group of unsegmented worms that belong to the phylum Nematoda. They are characterized by their elongated, cylindrical bodies, and are found in a variety of environments, including soil, marine, and freshwater habitats. Nematodes play significant roles in ecosystems, being both beneficial as decomposers and harmful as parasites.

Synonyms

eelworm, roundworm

Examples of usage

  • Nematodes are often used in biological pest control.
  • Soil health can be assessed by studying the nematode population.
  • Many plant diseases are caused by nematodes.
  • Research on nematodes has led to advancements in soil ecology.

Translations

Translations of the word "nematode" in other languages:

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡น nematรณdeo

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ เคจเคฟเคฎเคพเคŸเฅ‹เคก

๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช Nematode

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฉ nematoda

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ะฝะตะผะฐั‚ะพะดะฐ

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ nicienie

๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต ็ทš่™ซ (ใ›ใ‚“ใกใ‚…ใ†)

๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท nรฉmatode

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ nematodo

๐Ÿ‡น๐Ÿ‡ท nematod

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท ์„ ํ˜•๋ฒŒ๋ ˆ

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ุงู„ุฏูˆุฏุฉ ุงู„ุฎูŠุทูŠุฉ

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ nematoda

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฐ nematoda

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณ ็บฟ่™ซ (xiร nchรณng)

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฎ nematoda

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ nema

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ฟ ะฝะตะผะฐั‚ะพะดะฐ

๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ช แƒœแƒ”แƒ›แƒแƒขแƒแƒ“แƒ

๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ฟ nematod

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ nematodo

Etymology

The term 'nematode' originates from the Greek word 'nema,' meaning 'thread' or 'filament,' and 'ode,' which is a suffix used to denote similarity or relationship. This reflects the thread-like structure of these worms. The phylum Nematoda was formally described in the scientific literature in the 19th century, recognizing the unique biological characteristics of roundworms that distinguish them from other types of worms. As research progressed, the importance of nematodes in agriculture, ecology, and medicine became well evident, leading to increased scientific interest and studies focused on their behavior, ecology, and relationship with humans.

Word Frequency Rank

With rank #16,911, this word belongs to specialized vocabulary. While not common in everyday speech, it enriches your ability to express complex ideas.