enterobiasis: meaning, definition, pronunciation and examples
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Quick answer
What does “enterobiasis” mean?
An intestinal infection caused by pinworms.
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Pronunciation
Definition
Meaning and Definition
An intestinal infection caused by pinworms.
The state of being infected with pinworms, typically affecting the intestines and perianal area, especially in children.
Dialectal Variation
British vs American Usage
Differences
No significant differences in usage or meaning.
Connotations
Technical/clinical in both varieties.
Frequency
Extremely rare in general language in both varieties.
Grammar
How to Use “enterobiasis” in a Sentence
enterobiasis [VERB]Vocabulary
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Examples
Examples of “enterobiasis” in a Sentence
adjective
British English
- The enterobiasis screening is standard.
- An enterobiasis outbreak was contained.
American English
- The enterobiasis protocol was followed.
- An enterobiasis scare in the daycare.
Usage
Meaning in Context
Business
Not used in business contexts.
Academic
Used in medical and public health research papers.
Everyday
Rare; parents might hear it from a paediatrician.
Technical
Standard term in parasitology, pediatrics, and infectious disease.
Vocabulary
Synonyms of “enterobiasis”
Neutral
Weak
Vocabulary
Antonyms of “enterobiasis”
Watch out
Common Mistakes When Using “enterobiasis”
- Misspelling: 'enterobiosis'
- Mispronunciation: stressing the wrong syllable.
FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
It is generally not serious but causes significant discomfort and itching.
School-aged children are the most commonly affected group.
Often via the 'Scotch tape test' where eggs are collected from the perianal area and examined under a microscope.
Yes, adults can be infected, particularly parents of infected children, though it is less common.
An intestinal infection caused by pinworms.
Enterobiasis is usually medical/technical in register.
Enterobiasis: in British English it is pronounced /ˌɛntərə(ʊ)ˈbaɪəsɪs/, and in American English it is pronounced /ˌɛntəroʊˈbaɪəsɪs/. Tap the audio buttons above to hear it.
Learning
Memory Aids
Mnemonic
ENTER the body, OBI (the worm) is inside, causing an ASIS (condition of disease).
Conceptual Metaphor
INFECTION IS AN INVASION.
Practice
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What is 'enterobiasis'?