tinea

noun

tin·​ea ˈti-nē-ə 

: any of several fungal infections of the skin

especially : ringworm

tineal

ˈti-nē-əl 

adjective

Examples of tinea in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

Athlete’s foot—also known as tinea pedis or foot ringworm—is a fungal infection that impacts the feet. — Sherri Gordon, Verywell Health, 30 Jan. 2024

This fungus causes skin rashes, also known as tinea, which can spread on the face, limbs, groin, and feet, according to the press release. — Chantelle Lee, TIME, 6 June 2024

Word History

Etymology

Middle English, from Medieval Latin, from Latin, worm, moth

First Known Use

14th century, in the meaning defined above

Phrases Containing tinea

• tinea cruris
• tinea pedis

Rhymes for tinea

• linea
• zinnia
• perigynia
• pollinia

Medical Definition

tinea

noun

tin·​ea ˈtin-ē-ə 

: any of several fungal diseases of the skin

especially : ringworm