Hookworm — synonyms, definition

1. hookworm (Noun)

1 synonym
hookworm disease
2 definitions

hookworm (Noun) — Parasitic bloodsucking roundworms having hooked mouth parts to fasten to the intestinal wall of human and other hosts.

hookworm (Noun) — Infestation of the intestines by hookworms which enter the body (usually) through the skin.

4 types of
helminthiasis nematode nematode worm roundworm
2 parts of
Ancylostomatidae family Ancylostomatidae