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schizont Definition

schiz·ont (skiz′änt′, skit′sänt′)

noun

a large cell in many sporozoans that multiplies by schizogony

Etymology: < schizo- + Gr ōn, gen. ontos: see onto-

schizont Usage Examples

Adjective modifier

  • mature: This sometimes gives the impression that mature schizonts are extra cellular: this is an artifact.

Modifies a noun

  • stage: Both of these schizont stages release numerous merozoites, capable of infecting erythrocytes and generating the bloodstream forms of the parasite.