microfilariae

mi·cro·fi·lar·i·a

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Transcription

- US Pronunciation
- US IPA
- [mahy-kroh-fi-lair-ee-uh]
- /ˌmaɪ kroʊ fɪˈlɛər i ə/

- US Pronunciation
- US IPA
- [mahy-kroh-fi-lair-ee-uh]
- /ˌmaɪ kroʊ fɪˈlɛər i ə/

Definition of microfilariae word

noun plural microfilariae the embryonic larva of the nematode parasite Filaria or of related genera, especially of those species that cause heartworm in dogs and elephantiasis in humans. 1

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Origin of microfilariae

First appearance:

before 1875

One of the 25% newest English words

From New Latin, dating back to 1875-80; See origin at micro-, filaria

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Parts of speech for Microfilariae

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microfilariae popularity

A pretty common term. Usually people know it’s meaning, but prefer to use a more spread out synonym. About 53% of English native speakers know the meaning and use word.

According to our data about 58% 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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