noun

scabies

SKAY-beez

Scabies (noun) means a contagious skin condition caused by tiny mites burrowing under the skin, causing intense itching. Example: “The clinic treated several cases of scabies that week.”

noun

A contagious skin condition caused by tiny mites burrowing under the skin, causing intense itching.

"The clinic treated several cases of scabies that week."

How to use scabies

Learner’s notes

In plain EnglishA very itchy, contagious skin infestation caused by microscopic mites.

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Etymology

From Latin scabiēs, "itch, mange," related to the verb scabere, "to scratch."

Origin: Latin

Synonyms

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Frequently asked questions

What does “scabies” mean?

The word “scabies” means a contagious skin condition caused by tiny mites burrowing under the skin, causing intense itching. In plain terms, a very itchy, contagious skin infestation caused by microscopic mites.

How do you pronounce “scabies”?

“Scabies” is pronounced SKAY-beez (/ˈskeɪ.biz/ in IPA).

How do you use “scabies” in a sentence?

Here is “scabies” used in a sentence: “The clinic treated several cases of scabies that week.”

What part of speech is “scabies”?

“Scabies” is a noun.

Where does the word “scabies” come from?

The word “scabies” comes from Latin. From Latin scabiēs, "itch, mange," related to the verb scabere, "to scratch.".

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