1. Parasitic roundworms of the family Ascarididae, especially Ascaris lumbricoides, that infect the intestines of humans and other animals.
Usage: plural form; medical/scientific term; commonly studied in parasitology and public health

Examples

• Ascarids are among the most common parasitic infections worldwide, affecting millions of people.
• The doctor diagnosed the child with ascarids after observing worms in a stool sample.
• Proper sanitation and hygiene help prevent the spread of ascarids in developing regions.
• Ascarids can cause malnutrition and stunted growth in infected children.
• The veterinarian prescribed medication to eliminate ascarids from the dog's intestines.
• Ascarids are transmitted through contaminated food and water in areas with poor sanitation.