I. ˈvərməˌfyüj adjective
Etymology: probably from (assumed) New Latin vermifugus, from New Latin vermi- + (assumed) New Latin -fugus expelling (from Latin fugare to put to flight) — more at -fuge
: serving to destroy or expel parasitic worms especially of the intestine : anthelmintic
II. noun
( -s )
Etymology: vermi- + -fuge
: a vermifuge agent