hookworm

English

noun
Definitions
  • Any of various parasitic bloodsucking roundworms which cause disease, especially the species and , having hooked mouthparts and entering their hosts by boring through the skin.

Etymology

Compound from English hook (qualifier) + English worm.

Origin

English

worm

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