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heartworm

noun

heart·​worm ˈhärt-ˌwərm How to pronounce heartworm (audio)
: a filarial worm (Dirofilaria immitis) that is a parasite especially in the right heart of dogs and is transmitted by mosquitoes
also : infestation or disease caused by the heartworm

Example Sentences

Recent Examples on the Web Anderson is providing each beagle a full physical exam, several vaccines, a heartworm test and spaying them. Mike Danahey, Chicago Tribune, 2 Sep. 2022 Dog Healthcare - Supplements & Dental: Don’t be hounded by health care expenses; order heartworm prevention & dewormer, ear care, eye care, calming/anxiety care products and so much more. Paris Wolfe, cleveland, 24 Aug. 2022 More: Climate change is increasing risk for heartworm, researchers say. Claire Rafford, The Indianapolis Star, 30 June 2022 Heartworms cause serious complications in the heart and lungs of dogs, and treatment for heartworm disease is risky. People Staff, PEOPLE.com, 5 May 2022 Dogs and cats of all ages are welcome to come receive a wellness check as well as rabies vaccinations, core vaccinations, basic deworming and heartworm testing. Hartford Courant, 5 May 2022 Fortunately, many heartworm prevention products also protect dogs from common intestinal parasites. People Staff, PEOPLE.com, 5 May 2022 The current longest resident of AHS, sweet Worldwide has been receiving plenty of tender care in a Foster Hero home while undergoing treatment for heartworm. The Arizona Republic, 23 Feb. 2022 In veterinary medicine, it is used to prevent and treat heartworm. Joshua Cohen, Forbes, 1 Jan. 2022 See More

Word History

First Known Use

1877, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of heartworm was in 1877
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