Definition of Acaridae

1. Noun. Mites.

Exact synonyms: Family Acaridae
Generic synonyms: Arthropod Family
Group relationships: Acarina, Order Acarina
Member holonyms: Acarid

Medical Definition of Acaridae

1. A family of the order Acarina, a large group of exceptionally small mites, usually 0.5 mm or less, abundant in dried fruits and meats, grain, meal, and flour; frequently a cause of severe dermatitis among persons hypersensitised by frequent handling of infested products. (05 Mar 2000)

Lexicographical Neighbors of Acaridae

acardius amorphus
acardius anceps
acari
acari
acarian
acariases
acariasis
acariasis
acaricidal
acaricide
acaricide
acaricides
acarid
acarid
Acaridae (current term)
Acaridae (current term)
acaridan
acaridan
acaridans
acaridiasis
acaridiasis
acarids
acarina
Acarina
acarine
acarine
acarines
acarine dermatosis
acarinosis
acariosis

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