acariasis

ac·a·ri·a·sis

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Transcription

- US Pronunciation
- US IPA
- [ak-uh-rahy-uh-sis]
- /ˌæk əˈraɪ ə sɪs/

- US Pronunciation
- US IPA
- [ak-uh-rahy-uh-sis]
- /ˌæk əˈraɪ ə sɪs/

Definitions of acariasis word

noun acariasis infestation of the hair follicles and skin with acarids, esp mites 3
noun acariasis an infestation with acarids, or the resulting skin disease 3
noun plural acariasis infestation with acarids, especially mites. 1
noun plural acariasis a skin disease caused by such infestation, as scabies. 1
noun acariasis An infestation with, or disease caused by mites or ticks. 1

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Origin of acariasis

First appearance:

before 1820

One of the 38% newest English words

From New Latin, dating back to 1820-30; See origin at acarus, -iasis

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acariasis popularity

A pretty common term. Usually people know it’s meaning, but prefer to use a more spread out synonym. About 51% of English native speakers know the meaning and use word.

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