amebic dysentery

Noun

1.

amebic dysentery - inflammation of the intestines caused by Endamoeba histolytica; usually acquired by ingesting food or water contaminated with feces; characterized by severe diarrhea Synonyms: amoebic dysentery

amebiasis, amebiosis, amoebiasis, amoebic dysentery, amoebiosis, dysentery