acarus
9.9
A tiny animal like a spider that lives on plants or animals
- noun
- /ˈækərəs/
- Specialized
:
ácaro
- An acarus infestation can cause irritation and inflammation in animals.
Examples
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Scientists discovered a new species of acarus on the plant leaves.
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The veterinarian identified the skin problem as being caused by an acarus.
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The acarus is often found in stored food.
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Did you know that an acarus can live for several months?
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An acarus infestation can cause irritation and inflammation in animals.
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The veterinarian identified the skin problem as being caused by an acarus.
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Scientists discovered a new species of acarus on the plant leaves.
Synonyms
9.9
A tiny animal like a spider, for example mites or ticks
is specifically a mite of that order rather than all arachnids
9.9
A very small animal like a mite or tick that lives on animals and plants and can harm them
is mainly a mite and not necessarily parasitic
Surface Forms
Etymology
Acarus comes from the old Greek word akaris, which meant a very small 'mite', so the name is used for the tiny mites that can cause irritation.
