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Tick

Arachnid known for feeding on blood.

tick

Ticks are small arachnids in the family Ixodidae, known for feeding on the blood of mammals, birds, reptiles, and amphibians.

Pronunciation

/tɪk/

Etymology

The word 'tick' comes from the Anglo-Saxon word 'tīc', meaning a small biting insect.

Explain Like I’m 5

Ticks are tiny creatures, like spiders, that drink blood from animals and people to survive.

Fun Facts

Ticks are arachnids, related to spiders and mites
Some ticks lay thousands of eggs in their lifetime
Ticks can survive without food for up to a year

FAQ

What do ticks eat? Ticks feed on the blood of animals and humans
How big are ticks? Adult ticks can grow to be about 1/4 inch long
Are ticks dangerous? Ticks can transmit diseases like Lyme disease

Hypernyms — Broader Categories

arachnid parasite

Hyponyms — Specific Examples

hard tick soft tick

Meronyms — Parts or Components

mouthparts legs body

Holonyms — Wholes or Groups

animal kingdom arthropods

Indexes

animal parasitic

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