helminth
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noun \ˈhel-ˌmin(t)th\Definition of HELMINTH
: a parasitic worm (as a tapeworm, liver fluke, ascarid, or leech); especially : an intestinal worm
— hel·min·thic \hel-ˈmin(t)-thik\ adjective
Origin of HELMINTH
Greek helminth-, helmis
First Known Use: 1852
hel·minth
noun \ˈhel-ˌmin(t)th\ (Medical Dictionary)plural ; helminths
Medical Definition of HELMINTH
: a parasitic worm (as a tapeworm, liver fluke, ascarid, or leech); especially : one that parasitizes the intestine of a vertebrate
—hel·min·thic \hel-ˈmin(t)-thik\ (audio pronunciation) adjective
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