Cuterebra is a noun referring to the genus of parasitic fly larvae that develop under the skin of mammals, including humans, causing myiasis. The term is used in medical or veterinary contexts and describes the botfly larva and its infestation process. In veterinary science, it also denotes any botfly larva within its lifecycle stage. The word is specialized, chiefly appearing in academic, clinical, or entomological discussions.
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