trichinous

[ trik-uh-nuhs ]

adjective

, Pathology.

1. pertaining to or of the nature of trichinosis.
2. infected with trichinae.

trichinous

/ ˈtrɪkɪnəs /

adjective

1. of, relating to, or having trichinosis
2. infested with trichinae

Word History and Origins

Origin of trichinous¹

First recorded in 1855–60; trichin(a) + -ous

Example Sentences

The proof that the patient has partaken of trichinous pork helps to establish the diagnosis.

From Project Gutenberg

Because many quadrupeds become trichinous, it does not follow that all mammals are liable to be infested.

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