Meaning of the word nematode in English
What does nematode mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.
nematode
US /ˈnemətoʊd/
UK /ˈnemətəʊd/
Noun
a worm of the large phylum Nematoda, such as a roundworm or threadworm. Nematodes are typically unsegmented and cylindrical in shape, with a digestive tract and a nervous system. Many species are parasitic in animals or plants.
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The soil sample contained several types of nematodes.
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Some nematodes are beneficial for pest control in agriculture.
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