dust mite

noun

: any of various mites (especially family Pyroglyphidae) commonly found in house dust compare house dust mite

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Too much humidity in your home can lead to higher levels of mold and dust mites that can exacerbate allergies. Rachael Zimlich, Verywell Health, 14 May 2025 These filters are designed to capture even the smallest particles like pollen, pet dander, and dust mites, according to Mock. Katelyn Squiers, Better Homes & Gardens, 26 Apr. 2025 According to a study by Amerisleep, the list of undesirables includes bacteria, body fluids, dead skin cells and dust mites, all of which can harm your health, not to mention your peace of mind. Terry Baddoo, USA Today, 19 Apr. 2025 Ensure the air in your bedroom is fresh and clean with the Windmill Air Purifier, which uses a medical grade HEPA filter designed to capture such airborne pollutants as pollen, smoke, odors, and dust mites. Terri Williams, Forbes, 10 Mar. 2025 See All Example Sentences for dust mite

Word History

First Known Use

1969, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of dust mite was in 1969

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“Dust mite.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/dust%20mite. Accessed 27 May. 2025.

Medical Definition

dust mite

noun
: any of various mites (especially family Pyroglyphidae) implicated in human allergic reactions to dust
especially : house dust mite

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