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Trombicula

Trombicula is a genus of mites in the family Trombiculidae, commonly known as chiggers. These tiny arachnids are parasitic in their larval stage and are found in various parts of the world.

Part of Speech: Noun

Sense: A genus of mites known as chiggers.

Example Sentence: I got bitten by trombicula while walking in the grassy meadow.

Part of Speech: Adjective

Sense: Pertaining to or resembling the mites of the Trombicula genus.

Example Sentence: The trombicula bite caused an itchy rash on her skin.

Part of Speech: Verb

Sense: To be infested with or affected by trombicula.

Example Sentence: After camping in the woods, we all trombiculaed and had to seek medical attention.

Part of Speech: Adverb

Sense: In a manner characteristic of trombicula or its bite.

Example Sentence: The rash spread trombicula all over her body, causing severe discomfort.