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elephantiasis

The correct spelling is elephantiasis.

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noun

IPA: /ˌɛlɪfənˈtaɪəsɪs/

Say it like: Ele-fan-tia-sis

The correct spelling is elephantiasis. A complication of chronic filariasis, in which nematode worms block the lymphatic vessels, usually in the legs or scrotum, causing extreme enlargement of the infected area.

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  1. 1.A complication of chronic filariasis, in which nematode worms block the lymphatic vessels, usually in the legs or scrotum, causing extreme enlargement of the infected area.

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