kidney worm

noun

any of various large nematodes parasitic in the kidneys, especially Stephanurus dentatus, found in pigs.

Origin of kidney worm

An Americanism dating back to 1835–45

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Historical Examples of kidney worm

In this country the writer has repeatedly observed the kidney-worm in the mink, the dog, and the wolf.
A System of Practical Medicine By American Authors, Vol. II
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