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pinworm

/pin-wurm/US // ˈpɪnˌwɜrm //UK // (ˈpɪnˌwɜːm) //

蛲虫病,蛲虫,蛲虫症,针虫病

Definitions

n.名词 noun
  1. 1
    • : a small nematode worm, Enterobius vermicularis, infesting the intestine and migrating to the rectum and anus, especially in children.

Examples

  • The next nematode of general interest is the pinworm (Oxyuris curvula).

  • Makakigwa kunu kanang magtiniil tag lakaw, They say walking barefoot causes pinworm infestation.