HealthAugust 17, 2026

dewormers

DEE-wur-merz

Definition

Medications used to treat or prevent infections caused by parasitic worms in humans or animals.

Etymology

The word is a compound of the prefix 'de-', indicating removal, and the Old English 'wyrm', referring to a dragon, serpent, or crawling creature. It entered modern English usage to specifically describe medical treatments meant to eliminate parasitic infestations.

In the news

In this article, the company provides dewormers to participants at a minimal cost as part of their broader health education and outreach services.

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