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threadworm

/thred-wurm/US // ˈθrɛdˌwɜrm //UK // (ˈθrɛdˌwɜːm) //

线虫,线虫病,螺纹虫,线虫病患者

Definitions

n.名词 noun
  1. 1
    • : any of various nematode worms, especially a pinworm.

Examples

  • In addition to the above canine nematodes we have the wrinkled threadworm (Trichosoma plica) infesting the bladder.

  • Another curious filaria-like entozoon is the reticulated threadworm (Onchocerca reticulata).