tinea

Found in Anh - Anh (Wordnet)

Definition Noun : 1. A genus of moths : The genus name for a group of small moths, commonly known as clothes moths, whose larvae feed on materials like wool and fur. 2. A fungal infection : An infection of the skin, hair, or nails caused by fungi, characterized by itchy, often circular patches. This meaning is synonymous with "ringworm." Usage Examples As a genus name (biology) : The museum's w...