Threadworm (Noun)
Meaning
Small threadlike worm infesting human intestines and rectum especially in children.
Classification
Nouns denoting animals.
Examples
- The child was diagnosed with a threadworm infestation after complaining of persistent itching around the anus.
- Threadworms are highly contagious and can be spread through contact with contaminated feces or surfaces.
- The doctor prescribed a medication to treat the threadworm infection, which was causing the patient's discomfort.
- Regular handwashing and good hygiene practices can help prevent the spread of threadworms in households with young children.
- The mother was relieved to learn that the threadworm treatment was simple and effective, and that her child would recover quickly.