helminth meaning

UK US /ˈhɛlmɪnθ/ 2 syllables

helminth (noun): worm that is parasitic on the intestines of vertebrates especially roundworms and tapeworms and flukes.

Definition of helminth

  1. worm that is parasitic on the intestines of vertebrates especially roundworms and tapeworms and flukes

    Synonyms: parasitic worm

    Type of: worm

How to pronounce helminth

helminth is pronounced /ˈhɛlmɪnθ/ in American English. It has 2 syllables, with the stress on the first syllable.

Scrabble score: 16 (letter breakdown)

Word lists: words starting with HE · words ending in TH · 8-letter words

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