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tapeworm
nounfemininetechnicaluncommon/tɨ.ˈni.ɐ/te·ni·a
Definitions
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A parasitic flatworm of the class Cestoda, with a long, segmented body, that lives in the intestines of vertebrates.
Usage examples
“The beef tapeworm is transmitted by eating undercooked beef.”
“Tapeworm infection can cause weight loss and abdominal pain.”
Synonyms
Common combinations
beef tapewormtapeworm infectiontapeworm egg
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A parasitic flatworm of the class Cestoda, with a flattened, segmented body, that lives in the intestines of vertebrates, including humans.
Usage examples
“Tapeworm infection is usually acquired by eating undercooked meat.”
“The doctor prescribed medication to eliminate the tapeworm.”
Synonyms
Common combinations
tapeworm infectionbeef tapewormeliminate tapeworm