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whipworm

whip·worm [ wíp wùrm, hwíp wùrm ] (plural whip·worms)


noun 
Definition:
 
intestinal parasite: a nematode worm found in human intestines. Its presence usually produces no symptoms, but a severe infection with this parasite can cause diarrhea. Latin name Trichuris trichiura.

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