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eye worm

noun

  1. a filarial worm, Loa loa, of western and central Africa, that is parasitic in the skin, or subcutaneous tissue, of human beings, often migrating into the eye region.


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Word History and Origins

Origin of eye worm1

First recorded in 1585–95
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Example Sentences

The African eye-worm is another example of a parasite causing mechanical injury only at certain times.

Additional observations on the development of the eye worm of poultry.

One of the most interesting equine nematodes is the eye-worm.

Preliminary note on the transmission of the eye worm of Australian poultry.

Further observations on the life history of the eye worm of poultry.

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