1. a parasitic worm, especially a roundworm or tapeworm, that infects the intestines or tissues of humans and animals
Usage: medical/scientific term; usually used in plural form 'helminths' when referring to multiple worms

Examples

• The doctor diagnosed the patient with a helminth infection after examining stool samples.
• Helminths are a major public health concern in tropical regions with poor sanitation.
• The research team studied how helminths affect the immune system in infected individuals.
• Children in developing countries are often treated for helminth parasites.
• Proper hygiene and clean water help prevent helminth transmission.
• The helminth was identified under the microscope as a roundworm species.