noun
- long, flat parasitic worms that live in the intestines of humans and other animals
Usage: plural of tapeworm
Examples
- The doctor explained that tapeworms can grow several feet long inside the human body.
- Eating undercooked meat can lead to tapeworm infections.
- Tapeworms absorb nutrients directly through their skin since they lack a digestive system.
- The veterinarian found tapeworms in the dog’s stool sample.
- Proper food preparation helps prevent tapeworms and other parasites.
- Some tapeworms can survive in the human intestine for years if left untreated.