Urtication
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Part of speech noun
Quick meaning: Urtication is a noun meaning (pathology) The development of urticaria (hives).
Meaning
(pathology) The development of urticaria (hives).
More Meanings
- The sensation of being stung by nettles.
- (medicine) Beating the skin with nettles (formerly used to treat paralysis).
Example Sentences
The Romans had frequent recourse to urtication to arouse the sexual appetite.
Word Forms
- urtications
Synonyms for urtication
Depending on context, synonyms include hives, urticaria, nettle rash.
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include hives, urticaria, nettle rash, uratosis, uraturia, pruritogenesis.
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