1. a long, flat parasitic worm that lives in the intestines of humans and other animals

Examples

• The doctor diagnosed the patient with a tapeworm infection.
• Tapeworms can grow several feet long inside the human body.
• Eating undercooked meat can lead to tapeworm infestation.
• The veterinarian found tapeworm segments in the dog’s stool.
• Proper food preparation helps prevent tapeworm transmission.
• The tapeworm attaches to the intestinal wall using hooks and suckers.