What does phthiriasis mean?
Phthiriasis means (pathology) An infestation by pubic lice (Pthirus pubis)..
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/(f)θɪˈɹaɪ.sɪs/ · noun
(pathology) An infestation by pubic lice (Pthirus pubis)..
Use phthiriasis when its meaning, tone and grammar fit the full sentence. A synonym is not always a direct replacement.
Phthiriasis means (pathology) An infestation by pubic lice (Pthirus pubis)..
Common synonyms include pediculosis pubis, phthiriasis pubis, crabs, pubic lice.
The opposite depends on the specific sense.
Use phthiriasis where its definition matches the intended context.
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