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jock itch

A fungal infection of the skin of the groin area, occurring more commonly in warm weather and among males and characterized by red ringlike areas, sometimes with small blisters, and severe itching; ringworm of the groin. Also called tinea cruris.

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jock itch

(Pathology) informal a fungal infection of the groin. Technical name: tinea cruris

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jock′ itch`

a ringworm of the groin area.

[1945–50]

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jock itch - fungal infection of the groin (most common in men)

eczema marginatum, tinea cruris

ringworm, roundworm - infections of the skin or nails caused by fungi and appearing as itching circular patches

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jock itch

n (fam o vulg) tiña inguinal, infección f por hongos de la ingle

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