1. plural of trichina; parasitic roundworms that cause trichinosis in humans and animals
Usage: medical; parasitology

Examples

• The meat inspector found trichinas in the undercooked pork.
• Trichinas can be killed by proper cooking temperatures.
• The laboratory confirmed the presence of trichinas in the tissue sample.
• Freezing meat for several days can destroy trichinas.
• The patient’s symptoms suggested infection by trichinas.
• Wild game meat should be tested for trichinas before consumption.