roundworm

American  

[round-wurm] / ˈraʊndˌwɜrm /

noun

1. any nematode, especially Ascaris lumbricoides, that infests the intestine of humans and other mammals.

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roundworm British  

/ ˈraʊndˌwɜːm /

noun

1. any nematode worm, esp Ascaris lumbricoides , a common intestinal parasite of man and pigs

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Etymology

Origin of roundworm

First recorded in 1555–65; round ¹ + worm

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Example Sentences

Scientists studying ancient sewer drains at the Roman fort of Vindolanda, located near Hadrian's Wall, have uncovered evidence that the people living there were infected with three different intestinal parasites: roundworm, whipworm, and Giardia duodenalis.

From Science Daily

S. carpocapsae is an unsegmented roundworm, or nematode, that kills insects through a symbiotic relationship with bacteria.

From Science Daily

Ascaris lumbricoides, a type of roundworm from pigs that has been reported in a few cases in humans, can cause issues with the lungs or growth problems in children in severe cases.

From Salon

Ecdysozoans include all the arthropods, including insects, crustaceans, and spiders, as well as tardigrades, and roundworms, or nematodes.

From Science Magazine

Two people in Los Angeles County are sick with a rare parasitic infection known as “raccoon roundworm,” according to officials.

From Los Angeles Times