Chigoe
Definition & Meaning
Pronunciation /ˈt͡ʃɪ.ɡoʊ/ · Part of speech noun
Quick meaning: Chigoe is a noun meaning A small tropical flea, Tunga penetrans, whose females burrow under the skin of animals, including humans, and lay their eggs, causing strong irritation and sores.
Meaning
A small tropical flea, Tunga penetrans, whose females burrow under the skin of animals, including humans, and lay their eggs, causing strong irritation and sores.
Word Forms
- chigoes
Synonyms for chigoe
Depending on context, synonyms include chegoe, chegre, chigger, chigre, djigga, jigger.
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include chigger, flea, chegoe, chegre, nigua, sandworm.
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