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trichinosis

Syllabification: (trich·i·no·sis)
Pronunciation: /ˌtrikəˈnōsis/
Definition of trichinosis

noun

  • a disease caused by trichinae, typically from infected meat, especially pork, characterized by digestive disturbance, fever, and muscular rigidity.
    • This disease is typically caused by Trichinella spiralis

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