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Tinea
Tinea meaning
A fungal infection of the skin, known generally as ringworm.
Synonyms of Tinea
Example sentences (3)
Experts say there’s a new strain of tinea, also known as ringworm (or “jock itch” if it’s in the groin area).
The fungus responsible for tinea pedis, more commonly known as athlete's foot, has given up sex, new research suggests.
The Tinea Pedis we talked about earlier can affect the fingernails, when a nail cutter and other instrument to remove cuticle are contaminated by the fungus in the toes or toenails of people with the infection.