alternate host
n. One of two species of host on which some pathogens, such as certain rust fungi, must develop to complete their life cycles. A species of host other than the principal host on which a parasite can survive.
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Medical Dictionary
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al·ter·nate host Pronunciation:
'ol-t&r-n&t-, chiefly Brit ol-'t&r- Function:
noun : INTERMEDIATE HOST 1
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Science Dictionary
alternate host
One of two species of host on which some pathogens, such as certain rust fungi, must develop to complete their life cycles. A species of host other than the principal host on which a parasite can survive.
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