ROUNDWORM Synonyms
There are 7 synonyms of the word
roundworm.
(exact relations)
There are 4 hypernyms of the word roundworm. (close relations)
There are 4 hypernyms of the word roundworm. (close relations)
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Definition of ROUNDWORM
Definition of ROUNDWORM
Best Alternative Words for ROUNDWORM
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nematode | nounn | |||||||
noun • unsegmented worms with elongated rounded body pointed at both ends; mostly free-living but some are parasitic | ||||||||
helminth | nounn | |||||||
noun • worm that is parasitic on the intestines of vertebrates especially roundworms and tapeworms and flukes | ||||||||
threadworm | nounn | |||||||
noun • small threadlike worm infesting human intestines and rectum especially in children | ||||||||
parasitic worm | nounn | |||||||
noun • worm that is parasitic on the intestines of vertebrates especially roundworms and tapeworms and flukes | ||||||||
ringworm | nounn | |||||||
noun • infections of the skin or nails caused by fungi and appearing as itching circular patches | ||||||||
tinea | nounn | |||||||
noun • type genus of the Tineidae: clothes moths • infections of the skin or nails caused by fungi and appearing as itching circular patches | ||||||||
nematode worm | nounn | |||||||
noun • unsegmented worms with elongated rounded body pointed at both ends; mostly free-living but some are parasitic |
Best Hypernyms For ROUNDWORM
Here is a list of related hypernyms for
roundworm, these are close relations that fall within the same topic. Most relevant words are highlighted and in order.
Words (3)
worm
mycosis
nematode
Phrases (1)
fungal infection