strongyle

noun

stron·gyle | \ˈsträn-ˌjī(-ə)l,

-jəl\

Definition of strongyle

: any of various nematode worms (family Strongylidae) related to the hookworms and parasitic especially in the intestines and tissues of horses — compare bloodworm sense 2

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Two of the intestinal worms Hippocrates referenced were called Helmins strongyle (described as a large round worm) and Ascaris (a small round worm). — Kastalia Medrano, Newsweek, "History of Medicine: Ancient Poop Reveals Parasitic Worms Described by Hippocrates 2,500 Years Ago," 15 Dec. 2017

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strongyle

noun

stron·gyle | \ˈsträn-ˌjīl

Medical Definition of strongyle

: strongylid especially : a worm of the genus Strongylus or closely related genera that is parasitic especially in the intestines and tissues of the horse and may induce severe diarrhea and debility