strongyle
noun
stron·gyle
ˈsträn-ˌjī(-ə)l 
-jəl
: any of various nematode worms (family Strongylidae) related to the hookworms and parasitic especially in the intestines and tissues of horses compare bloodworm sense 2
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Two of the intestinal worms Hippocrates referenced were called Helmins strongyle (described as a large round worm) and Ascaris (a small round worm).
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Kastalia Medrano, Newsweek, 15 Dec. 2017
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strongyle
noun
stron·gyle
ˈsträn-ˌjīl
: strongylid
especially
: a worm of the genus Strongylus or closely related genera that is parasitic especially in the intestines and tissues of the horse and may induce severe diarrhea and debility
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