1. parasitic organisms that live inside the body of a host organism
Usage: plural form; technical/scientific term; commonly used in biology, medicine, and veterinary science

Examples

• Entoparasites such as tapeworms and roundworms can infect the intestines of humans and animals.
• The veterinarian tested the dog for entoparasites after it showed signs of illness.
• Entoparasites are often transmitted through contaminated food or water.
• Many tropical diseases are caused by entoparasites that live in the bloodstream or organs.
• Proper sanitation helps prevent the spread of entoparasites in communities.
• The research team studied how entoparasites adapt to their hosts' immune systems.