itch mite

/ɪtʃ maɪt/
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Definitions of itch mite
  1. noun
    whitish mites that attack the skin of humans and other animals
    “itch mites cause scabies”
    synonyms: sarcoptid
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    type of:
    mite
    any of numerous very small to minute arachnids often infesting animals or plants or stored foods
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