dust mite

noun

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

Examples of dust mite in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

Humidified air can worsen symptoms for some people with COPD or dust mite allergies, so check with your healthcare provider before using one routinely. — Samantha Agate, Sacbee.com, 5 Nov. 2026

Washing cotton sheets in hot water can kill dust mites and remove allergens. — Abby Monteil, The Spruce, 26 Oct. 2026

Sheets can collect dust mites, bacteria, and fungi that may worsen allergies, asthma, and acne. — Carley Millhone, HEALTH, 1 Sep. 2026

Experts recommend washing your duvet cover every week in hot water (130°F or higher) to kill allergens, dust mites, and bacteria. — Nafeesah Allen, Better Homes & Gardens, 19 Aug. 2026

Word History

First Known Use

1969, in the meaning defined above

Rhymes for dust mite

• affright
• airtight
• albite
• alight
• alright
• aplite
• aright
• bainite
• birthright
• bobwhite
• bornite
• bullfight

Medical Definition

dust mite

noun

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

especially : house dust mite