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Phlebotomus (Noun)

Meaning 1

Small bloodsucking sand flies that resemble moths.

Classification

Nouns denoting animals.

Examples

  • The phlebotomus was barely visible as it landed on the skin to feed.
  • These insects, also known as phlebotomus, are a primary vector for the transmission of Leishmaniasis.
  • In certain regions, phlebotomus populations increase significantly during the summer months.
  • After getting bitten by a phlebotomus, the patient developed a skin ulcer several days later.
  • Biologists have long studied phlebotomus to understand their role in spreading diseases.

Synonyms

  • Genus Phlebotomus

Meaning 2

A mild viral disease transmitted by the bite of the sand fly Phlebotomus papatasii.

Classification

Nouns denoting natural processes.

Synonyms

  • Pappataci Fever
  • Sandfly Fever

Hypernyms

  • Disease
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