acariasis

English

Etymology

Circa 19th century, from acar- + -iasis.

Pronunciation

  • IPA(key): /ˌæk.ə.ˈɹaɪ.ə.sɪs/
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Noun

acariasis (countable and uncountable, plural acariases)

  1. An infestation with, or disease caused by mites or ticks.

Usage notes

Do not confuse acariasis (a parasitic disease with mites) with ascariasis (a parasitic disease with worms).

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