Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
acarian
Adjective
/əˈkɛəriən/
Definition
Relating to or characteristic of mites and ticks.
Examples
- Some researchers study acarian behavior to understand their role in the ecosystem.
- The acarian infestation in the garden affected the health of several plants.
Meaning
The term ‘acarian’ is used to describe anything pertaining to the subclass Acari, which includes a wide range of arachnids known as mites and ticks.
Synonyms
- mite-related
- tick-related
