Parasita

plural noun

Par·​a·​si·​ta
ˌparəˈsītə
in former classifications
: any of several groups of externally parasitic invertebrate animals: such as
a
: a group comprising parasitic insects and arachnids
b
: an order or other group coextensive with Anoplura or comprising Anoplura and Mallophaga
c
: ectozoa

Word History

Etymology

New Latin, from Latin parasitus parasite

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“Parasita.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/Parasita. Accessed 19 Mar. 2024.

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