Definition

To cause an infection in a person or animal with tiny worms called trichinae, which can lead to illness.

Example

The doctor warned that undercooked pork could trichinize the consumers if it contained the parasites.

Tense Forms

Conversation

Did you hear about the risks of undercooked pork?

Yeah, I read that it can trichinize people if it’s not cooked properly.

That sounds really serious; I had no idea it could be that dangerous.

Definitely! It's important to make sure your meat is safe to eat.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Trichinize → It is formed from "trichin" (from Greek "trichinos", meaning hair or hair-like) and the suffix "-ize" (meaning to make or to cause to become). The word "trichinize" refers to the process of causing something to become hair-like or to inflict trichinosis, a disease caused by a parasitic worm that resembles hair.

Memory Tip

Think of 'trichin' which relates to 'hair' and remember that 'trichinize' means to make something hair-like or to cause a condition related to the trichina worm.

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