heartworm
Meaning
- (countable, uncountable) A parasitic organism that afflicts dogs, of species Dirofilaria immitis of roundworms.
- (countable, uncountable) (uncountable) The condition caused by this organism.
Synonyms
dirofilariosis
Etymology
From heart + worm.
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