helminthic

[ hel-min-thik ]

adjective

1. of, relating to, or caused by helminths.
2. expelling intestinal worms; anthelminthic.

helminthic

/ hɛlˈmɪnθɪk /

adjective

1. of, relating to, or caused by parasitic worms

noun

1. See vermifuge
   another word for vermifuge

Word History and Origins

Origin of helminthic¹

First recorded in 1695–1705; helminth + -ic

Example Sentences

Unfortunately, other avian epizotics, not necessarily due to parasites of any kind, may be mistaken for helminthic epizoty.

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