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An·cy·los·to·ma

n :  the type genus of the family Ancylostomatidae comprising hookworms that have buccal teeth resembling hooks and are intestinal parasites of mammals including humans - compare NECATOR  .
 
   
 
Similar sounding terms:  an·cyl·o·stome 

 
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