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tapeworm

ta·pe·worm

US/ˈteɪpˌwɝm/ uncommon

noun

1.

ribbon-like flatworms that are parasitic in the intestines of humans and other vertebrates

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Origin

From tape + worm.

Phrases

  • armed tapeworm
  • Asian tapeworm
  • beef tapeworm
  • broad tapeworm
  • dog tapeworm
  • dwarf tapeworm
  • flea tapeworm
  • fowl tapeworm

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