Roundworm
noun
A type of worm that is round and lives in the digestive system of other animals, including humans.
Many puppies can be infested with roundworms if not properly cared for.
Often appears as...
- infested with roundworms
- treat for roundworms
noun
A plant disease that is caused by nematodes, especially the ones that affects the roots of the crops.
The farmer had to destroy his crops after a severe roundworm infection.
Often appears as...
- roundworm infection
- roundworm disease
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Technical
noun
A type of worm that is round and lives in the digestive system of other animals, including humans.
Many puppies can be infested with roundworms if not properly cared for.
Often appears as...
- infested with roundworms
- treat for roundworms
noun
A plant disease that is caused by nematodes, especially the ones that affects the roots of the crops.
The farmer had to destroy his crops after a severe roundworm infection.
Often appears as...
- roundworm infection
- roundworm disease
Usage tips
Technical
Definition 1 of 2
Pro Tip 1/3Common Parasite
Roundworms are common parasites found in many animals, hinting at a health issue.
The stray dog was diagnosed with roundworms.
Pro Tip 2/3Human Impact
When discussing roundworms in human contexts, it implies a medical condition that requires treatment.
Children in rural areas are more vulnerable to roundworm infections.
Pro Tip 3/3Not Always Symptomatic
Roundworm carriers might not show symptoms, so it's often used in contexts discussing hidden health issues.
Regular vet visits are essential, as pets might have roundworms without showing signs.
Pro Tip 1/3Common Parasite
Roundworms are common parasites found in many animals, hinting at a health issue.
The stray dog was diagnosed with roundworms.
Pro Tip 2/3Human Impact
When discussing roundworms in human contexts, it implies a medical condition that requires treatment.
Children in rural areas are more vulnerable to roundworm infections.
Pro Tip 3/3Not Always Symptomatic
Roundworm carriers might not show symptoms, so it's often used in contexts discussing hidden health issues.
Regular vet visits are essential, as pets might have roundworms without showing signs.
Pro Tip 1/3Common Parasite
Roundworms are common parasites found in many animals, hinting at a health issue.
The stray dog was diagnosed with roundworms.
Pro Tip 2/3Human Impact
When discussing roundworms in human contexts, it implies a medical condition that requires treatment.
Children in rural areas are more vulnerable to roundworm infections.
Pro Tip 3/3Not Always Symptomatic
Roundworm carriers might not show symptoms, so it's often used in contexts discussing hidden health issues.
Regular vet visits are essential, as pets might have roundworms without showing signs.
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Parasitic worms hold...
because that is the number you might typically find in the belly of a single infected child. Worm infections have been around for thousands of years. They have influenced the outcomes of wars, and they have long stymied human health. Roundworm, hookworm, whipworm, infections from these species cause pain and discomfort.
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Experiments that hint of...
then maybe one could eventually do something about it so we set out to look for genes that control aging and we didn't study any of these animals instead we studied a little tiny roundworm called C elegans which is just about the size of a comma in a sentence and we were really optimistic that we
Video examples
Parasitic worms hold...
because that is the number you might typically find in the belly of a single infected child. Worm infections have been around for thousands of years. They have influenced the outcomes of wars, and they have long stymied human health. Roundworm, hookworm, whipworm, infections from these species cause pain and discomfort.
Video examples
Experiments that hint of...
then maybe one could eventually do something about it so we set out to look for genes that control aging and we didn't study any of these animals instead we studied a little tiny roundworm called C elegans which is just about the size of a comma in a sentence and we were really optimistic that we
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Iain McGilchrist
British Writer
We have 26,000 genes. But a blind, millimetre-long roundworm with only 959 cells in total already has over 19,000.
Quote examples
Iain McGilchrist
British Writer
We have 26,000 genes. But a blind, millimetre-long roundworm with only 959 cells in total already has over 19,000.
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