First Known Use: 1852
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helminth
noun hel·minth \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
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Origin of HELMINTH
Greek helminth-, helmis
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helminth
noun hel·minth \ˈhel-ˌmin(t)th\
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\ adjective
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