Appearance
Use device theme  
Dark theme
Light theme

What does parasitization mean?

Looking for the meaning or definition of the word parasitization? Here's what it means.

Noun
  1. The act of being or becoming a parasite.
Find more words!
Use * for blank tiles (max 2) Advanced Search Advanced Search
Use * for blank spaces Advanced Search
Advanced Word Finder
Examples
Predation of a prey by a predator usually takes much more time than the parasitization of a host by a parasitoid.
We tested the reproductive compensation hypothesis against the alternative hypothesis that parasitization depresses host resource allocation to reproduction.
The effect of organic fertilizers on fungi parasitization of beet cyst nematode Heterodera schachtii eggs in sugar beet cultivated in a three years rotation.
They are known to attack Brown-headed Cowbirds, and the low rate of cowbird parasitization of their nests seems to indicate that their defense is effective.
Vasogenic edema from compressive ischemia, venous stasis or parasitization of pial vessels may also occur and can be extensive.
However, we have found little evidence of parasitization by varroa or tracheal mites.

See Also

Nearby Definitions
14-letter Words Starting With
Find Definitions
go
Word Tools Finders & Helpers Apps More Synonyms
Copyright WordHippo © 2024