cestode

ces·tode

C c

Transcription

- US Pronunciation
- US IPA
- [ses-tohd]
- /ˈsɛs toʊd/

- US Pronunciation
- US IPA
- [ses-tohd]
- /ˈsɛs toʊd/

Definitions of cestode word

noun cestode any parasitic flatworm of the class Cestoda, which includes the tapeworms 3
noun cestode any of a class (Cestoda) of parasitic flatworms, with a ribbonlike body and no intestinal canal; tapeworm 3
adjective cestode of such a worm 3
noun cestode a parasitic platyhelminth or flatworm of the class Cestoda, which comprises the tapeworms. 1
adjective cestode belonging or pertaining to the Cestoda. 1
noun cestode A parasitic flatworm of the class Cestoda; a tapeworm. 1

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Origin of cestode

First appearance:

before 1830

One of the 36% newest English words

From the New Latin word Cestoda, dating back to 1830-40. See cestus1, -ode1

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cestode popularity

A common word. It’s meaning is known to most children of preschool age. About 77% of English native speakers know the meaning and use the word.

According to our data about 69% of words is more used. This is a rare but used term. It occurs in the pages of specialized literature and in the speech of educated people.

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