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genus phthirus

 

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Noun genus phthirus has 1 sense
  1. Phthirius, genus Phthirius, Phthirus, genus Phthirus - true lice: crab lice
    --1 is a kind of arthropod genus
    --1 is a member of Phthiriidae, family Phthiriidae
    --1 has members: crab louse, pubic louse, crab, Phthirius pubis

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Genus Phthirus

Description:

Genus Phthirus is a taxonomic classification that refers to a group of small parasitic insects commonly known as lice. These insects are primarily found on mammals, including humans, and infest the hair and skin, causing irritation and discomfort.

Sample Sentences:

  • Noun: The genus Phthirus includes several species of lice that infest different animals.
  • Adjective: My friend has been struggling with a phthirus infestation for weeks.
  • Verb: I need to phthirus-proof my home to prevent these parasites from spreading.
  • Adverb: The lice from the genus Phthirus can quickly and silently multiply.

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