Meaning of giardiasis in English

  1. Pronunciation

    /ˌdʒiɑrˈdaɪəsɪs/

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  1. Noun

    giardiasis

    Etymology

    early 20th century: from modern Latin Giardia (from the name of Alfred M. Giard (1846–1908), French biologist) + -asis

    Definitions

    1. infection of the intestines with protozoa found in contaminated food and water

    Examples

    • « characterized by diarrhea and nausea and flatulence and abdominal discomfort »
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