Habronemic

/ˌhæbrəˈniːmɪk/ adjective

Definition

Of, relating to, or caused by parasitic worms of the genus Habronema.

Etymology

From Habronema plus -ic (Greek/Latin suffix forming adjectives), meaning 'of or relating to Habronema.'

Kelly Says

When a horse develops habronemic lesions, veterinarians see this as proof of the subtle evolutionary war happening constantly between parasites and hosts—each finding new ways to infect or resist.

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