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
Meaning 2
A mild viral disease transmitted by the bite of the sand fly Phlebotomus papatasii.
Classification
Nouns denoting natural processes.