Dhobi Itch (Noun)
Meaning
Fungal infection attacking moist parts of the body.
Classification
Nouns denoting natural processes.
Examples
- The doctor diagnosed the patient with dhobi itch, a fungal infection that thrives in warm and moist areas of the body.
- Dhobi itch is a common condition affecting people who work outdoors or engage in activities that cause excessive sweating.
- The athlete developed dhobi itch in the groin area due to wearing tight and synthetic clothing during intense training sessions.
- After a week of using the new laundry detergent, she started experiencing symptoms of dhobi itch on her skin.
- The humid climate and poor hygiene contributed to the spread of dhobi itch among the troops stationed in the tropical region.