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nematode

/ˈnɛm.ə.təʊd/

/ˈnɛm.ə.toʊd/

nematodenoun

nematodes

/ˈnɛm.ə.təʊd/

/ˈnɛm.ə.toʊd/

Translations

нематода

The nematode is a type of roundworm found in soil.

Нематода - это вид круглого червя, обитающего в почве.

Definitions

A type of worm belonging to the phylum Nematoda, typically microscopic and found in a variety of environments, including soil and water, and often parasitic in plants and animals.

The farmer discovered that nematodes were damaging the roots of his crops, leading to reduced yields.

Synonyms

roundworm

eelworm

threadworm

nematodeadjective

more nematode

Comp.

most nematode

Super.

/ˈniː.mə.təʊd/

/ˈniː.məˌtoʊd/

Used attributively to denote relation to nematodes (e.g., ‘nematode infection’).

Definitions

Relating to, caused by, or characteristic of nematodes.

Nematode damage can severely stunt young plants.

Synonyms