meront
|mer-ont|
C2
/ˈmɛrɒnt/
asexual reproduction stage
Etymology
Etymology Information
'meront' originates from Greek, specifically the word 'meros,' where 'meros' meant 'part.'
Historical Evolution
'meros' transformed into the scientific term 'meront' used in modern parasitology.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'part,' but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'a stage in the life cycle of certain protozoans.'
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
a stage in the life cycle of certain parasitic protozoans, particularly those in the phylum Apicomplexa, where the organism undergoes asexual reproduction.
The meront stage is crucial for the proliferation of the parasite within the host.
Synonyms
Last updated: 2025/06/23 22:04