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helminthic

hel·min·thic [ hel mínthik ]


adjective 
Definition:
 
1. of parasitic worms: caused by or relating to flukes, nematodes, or other parasitic worms helminths

2. used against parasitic worms: eradicating or expelling parasitic worms



noun  (plural hel·min·thics)
Definition:
 
medicine veterinary medicine 
Same as  vermifuge


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