| Definition of 'ascaris lumbricoides' |
Princeton's WordNet |
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1. (noun) common roundworm, Ascaris lumbricoides
intestinal parasite of humans and pigs
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| Definition of 'ascaris lumbricoides' |
U.S. National Library of Medicine |
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1. ascaris lumbricoides
A species of parasitic nematode that is the largest found in the human intestine. Its distribution is worldwide, but it is more prevalent in areas of poor sanitation. Human infection with A. lumbricoides is acquired by swallowing fully embryonated eggs from contaminated soil.
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