Ringworm (Noun)

Meaning

Infections of the skin or nails caused by fungi and appearing as itching circular patches.

Classification

Nouns denoting natural processes.

Synonyms

• Tinea
• Roundworm

Hypernyms

• Fungal Infection

Hyponyms

• Eczema Marginatum
• Tinea Unguium
• Tinea Corporis
• Dhobi Itch
• Tinea Capitis
• Tinea Cruris
• Tinea Barbae
• Kerion
• Tinea Pedis