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athlete's foot

 

Definitions from WordNet

Noun athlete's foot has 1 sense
  1. tinea pedis, athlete's foot - fungal infection of the feet
    --1 is a kind of tinea, ringworm, roundworm

Definitions from the Web

Athlete's Foot

Athlete's Foot is a common fungal infection of the skin that affects the feet. It is also known as tinea pedis.

Noun

1. A contagious fungal infection that primarily affects the skin on the feet, causing itchiness, redness, peeling, and cracking.

Example: "I need to buy some antifungal cream to treat my athlete's foot."

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Related Expressions:

  • Athlete's foot powder
  • Athlete's foot spray
  • Athlete's foot socks

Usage Note

Athlete's Foot is commonly contracted in warm, moist environments such as locker rooms, swimming pools, and communal showers. It can be prevented by keeping the feet clean and dry.

2. (Figuratively) A metaphorical expression used to describe the contagious nature or rapid spread of something.

Example: "Gossip spreads through the office like athlete's foot."

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