Meaning Of The Word Intermediate host

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What's The Definition Of Intermediate host?

intermediate host in American English
the organism on or in which a parasite lives during an immature stage
noun: the host in which a parasite undergoes development but does not reach sexual maturity

intermediate host in British English
noun: an animal that acts as host to a parasite that has not yet become sexually mature

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