nematode
1 synonym for nematode, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Noun — A worm belonging to the large phylum Nematoda, such as a roundworm or threadworm.
Synonyms
Rare, literary or technical
Precise, but they will stand out — check the sense before using one.
roundworm
How to use nematode
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
parasitic nematode
beneficial nematodes
nematode infection
soil nematodes
It is a technical zoological term rather than everyday vocabulary.
Etymology
The word comes from the scientific name Nematoda, which was itself taken from Ancient Greek. It traces back to a Greek word for thread combined with an ending meaning like, reflecting the worms' thin, thread-like bodies.
Full origin of nematode →Frequently asked questions
What is a nematode?
A nematode is a type of worm from the phylum Nematoda, which includes roundworms and threadworms.
Are nematodes the same as roundworms?
Roundworm is a common synonym for nematode, both referring to worms of this phylum.
Why is it called a nematode?
The name comes from an Ancient Greek word for thread, describing the worm's thin, filament-like shape.
