intertriginous

English

Alternative forms

Etymology

From Latin intertrīgō, intertrīgin(is) +‎ -ous.

Pronunciation

  • IPA(key): /ɪntə(ɹ)ˈtɹɪdʒɪnəs/
  • Rhymes: -ɪdʒɪnəs

Adjective

intertriginous (comparative more intertriginous, superlative most intertriginous)

  1. (medicine) Of, relating to, or affected by intertrigo.
    Intertriginous areas include the armpit, the upper thighs and genitals, skin folds of the breasts, and between fingers and toes.
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