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kidney worm

American

noun

any of various large nematodes parasitic in the kidneys, especially Stephanurus dentatus, found in pigs.

Etymology

Origin of kidney worm

An Americanism dating back to 1835–45

Example Sentences

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Although the kidney worm is capable of causing inflammatory changes in the tissues surrounding the kidney and the pelvis of this organ, the disease cannot be determined by any noticeable symptom.

From Common Diseases of Farm Animals by Craig, R. A., D. V. M.

There are no data by which we may prove that the kidney worm is responsible for this disorder.

From Common Diseases of Farm Animals by Craig, R. A., D. V. M.

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