Ixodid
6 lettersnounrareUpdated June 2026
Definition
A hard tick of the family Ixodidae, characterised by a rigid shield on its back and forward-projecting mouthparts.
“The vet warned that the dog had been bitten by an ixodid tick and required immediate treatment.”
Pronunciation
Syllables
ix·od·id
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Synonyms
hard tick
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Wordle
Rare IX opening followed by two Ds, a highly unusual letter pattern
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Scrabble
The X scores 8 points, two Ds are handy, excellent Scrabble value for its length
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