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pinworm

/ˈpɪn.wɜːm/

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noun

C1formalcommonmedical/ˈpɪn.wɜːm/

A small, threadlike parasitic worm that infests the human intestines and rectum, especially common in children.

  • 🇷🇺Маленький нитевидный паразитический червь, поражающий кишечник и прямую кишку человека, особенно распространён у детей.
  1. Intestinal parasite B2 formal medical

    A small, threadlike parasitic worm that commonly infests the human intestines and rectum, especially in children.

    • The doctor diagnosed the child with a pinworm infection.
    • Pinworm eggs can be spread through contaminated bedding.
    • Symptoms of pinworms include intense itching around the anus.

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    Synonyms: threadworm

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  • pinworm's possessive singular form