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Meaning of ASCARIS

 
WordNet Dictionary
 
 Definition: 
[n]  type genus of the family Ascaridae: roundworms with a three-lipped mouth
 

ASCARIS is a 7 letter word that starts with A.

 

 Synonyms: genus Ascaris
 
 See Also: Ascaridae, Ascaris lumbricoides, common roundworm, family Ascaridae, worm genus

 

 

Biology Dictionary
 
 Definition: A genus of nematode worms, including the species of roundworm that can infect the intestines of humans and swine. Members of this genus resemble earthworms and have three-lipped mouths.
 

 

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