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enterobius

/ˌɛntəˈrəʊbɪəs/

/ˌɛntəˈroʊbiəs/

enterobiusnoun

enterobii

/ˌɛntəˈrəʊbɪəs/

/ˌɛntəˈroʊbiəs/

Translations

Enterobius is a type of parasitic worm.

Острица - это вид паразитического червя.

Definitions

A parasitic nematode worm of the genus Enterobius, commonly called a pinworm.

Microscopic examination revealed several enterobii in the stool sample.

Synonyms

enterobiusproper noun

Definitions

A genus of parasitic nematode worms (pinworms) that infect the intestines of humans and other mammals.

Enterobius is responsible for many cases of pinworm infection worldwide.