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Tick
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Zecke, Parasit
any small parasitic arachnid that feeds on the blood of warm-blooded vertebrates
What is a "tick"?
A tick is a small arachnid that feeds on the blood of mammals, birds, and sometimes reptiles and amphibians, known for its parasitic nature and ability to transmit diseases to its hosts. Ticks have flattened bodies and are commonly found in grassy areas, attaching themselves to the skin of animals and humans to feed. They can be carriers of various infectious agents, making them of significant concern for public health.
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Tick, Klack
a metallic tapping sound
03
leichte Matratze, Matratzenbezug
a light mattress
04
Haken, Markierung
a mark indicating that something has been noted or completed etc.
to tick
01
ticken, ticktack machen
to make a repetitive, light, clicking sound, like that of a clock or a machine
Intransitive
02
markieren, ticken
to signal or announce something using a ticking sound or mark
Transitive: to tick sth
03
ankreuzen, markieren
to make a checkmark next to an item or select an option on a list or form
Transitive: to tick an item or option
tick
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Beispiel
Ticks use deer as their hosts, feeding on their blood.
Insects such as ticks can carry Lyme disease.
These ticks harbor in mammals and can transmit diseases.
Many individuals unknowingly contract Lyme disease from tick bites while spending time outdoors.
She hesitated for a tick before answering the question.
