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phthirius

/ˈθɪr.i.əs/

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noun

/ˈθɪr.i.əs/C2formalmedical
  • ruНаучный термин, обозначающий род настоящих вшей, в частности лобковую вошь (Phthirius pubis), паразитическое насекомое, поражающее человека.

A scientific term referring to a genus of true lice, specifically the crab louse (Phthirius pubis), which is a parasitic insect that infests humans.

proper noun

  1. Crab louseC1formalmedical

    A parasitic insect that infests humans, typically in the pubic region, causing itching and irritation.

    ruЛобковая вошь

    • Phthirius pubis is commonly known as the crab louse.
    • The doctor diagnosed the patient with an infestation of Phthirius.
    • Treatment for Phthirius usually involves medicated creams or lotions.

    Synonymscrab lousepubic louse