Demodex
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Part of speech noun
Quick meaning: Demodex is a noun meaning Any of the genus Demodex of mites.
Meaning
Any of the genus Demodex of mites.
Example Sentences
The growing interest in demodex over the past 20 years has expanded our understanding of this tick and its pathogenetic role. […] In addition, the number of demodexes in children is generally lower than in adult patients, presumably due to the relatively shorter period of infection.
Word Forms
- demodexes
- demodices
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include dander, demodicid, pinworm, sarcoptid, trichocyte, mite.
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