What is another word for fasciola?

Pronunciation: [fˌasɪˈə͡ʊlə] (IPA)

Fasciola is the name of a genus of parasitic flatworms that infect the bile ducts of mammals, including humans and livestock. However, there are several synonyms that refer to these organisms, such as liver fluke, which is a common name for Fasciola hepatica. Other synonyms include sheep liver fluke, common liver fluke, and large liver fluke. These parasites are known for causing severe liver damage and disease in their hosts, making them a significant economic and public health concern in many parts of the world. Identification and control of these parasites through proper management practices and treatment is essential for the health and well-being of both humans and animals.

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What are the hypernyms for Fasciola?

A hypernym is a word with a broad meaning that encompasses more specific words called hyponyms.

What are the hyponyms for Fasciola?

Hyponyms are more specific words categorized under a broader term, known as a hypernym.
  • hyponyms for fasciola (as nouns)

What are the holonyms for Fasciola?

Holonyms are words that denote a whole whose part is denoted by another word.

What are the meronyms for Fasciola?

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Usage examples for Fasciola

The tradition runs that St. Peter, going to execution, let drop here one of the bandages of his wounds, and that the spot was marked by the early Christians with an oratory, which bore the name of fasciola.
"Walks in Rome"
Augustus J.C. Hare

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