Noun
/lænsɪt fluk/
The term "lancet fluke" refers to a type of flatworm belonging to the class Trematoda, specifically from the genus Dicrocoelium. These parasites typically infest the livers of their hosts, notably affecting livestock such as sheep and cattle. The term is primarily used in biological, medical, and veterinary contexts. Its frequency of use is relatively low in everyday conversation, being more common in specialized written disciplines such as parasitology and veterinary science.
The lancet fluke poses a significant threat to the health of grazing animals.
(Ланцетный сосальщик представляет собой серьезную угрозу для здоровья травоядных животных.)
Farmers must take measures to control the population of lancet fluke in their herds.
(Фермерам необходимо принимать меры по контролю популяции ланцетного сосальщика в своих стадах.)
Veterinary research is focusing on new treatments for infections caused by lancet fluke.
(Ветеринарные исследования сосредоточены на новых методах лечения инфекций, вызванных ланцетным сосальщиком.)
While "lancet fluke" itself is not frequently part of idiomatic expressions, the concept of "flukes" in English can relate to unexpected occurrences or fortunate events. Below are some idiomatic expressions involving the concept of "fluke."
Winning the lottery was just a lucky fluke.
(Выиграть в лотерею — это была просто удачная случайность.)
His failings in school were no fluke; he simply didn’t study.
(Его неудачи в школе не были случайностью; он просто не учился.)
The unexpected success of the project was a fluke result of good timing.
(Неожиданный успех проекта стал удачным совпадением хорошего времени.)
The term "lancet" is derived from the Latin word "lancea," meaning 'spear,' referencing the shape of the fluke, which is lanceolate or spear-like. The word "fluke" originates from the Old Norse word "flúka," which means 'to flap' or 'to float.' Together, these words characterize this unique type of flatworm.