Definition of Urtication

1. Noun. An itchy skin eruption characterized by weals with pale interiors and well-defined red margins; usually the result of an allergic response to insect bites or food or drugs.


2. Noun. A sensation of having been stung by nettles.
Generic synonyms: Cutaneous Sensation, Haptic Sensation, Skin Sensation
Derivative terms: Urticate

Definition of Urtication

1. n. The act or process of whipping or stinging with nettles; -- sometimes used in the treatment of paralysis.

2. n. The act or process of whipping or stinging with nettles; -- sometimes used in the treatment of paralysis.

Definition of Urtication

1. [n -S]

Medical Definition of Urtication

1. The act or process of whipping or stinging with nettles; sometimes used in the treatment of paralysis. Source: Websters Dictionary (01 Mar 1998)

Lexicographical Neighbors of Urtication

urticaria maculosa
urticaria medicamentosa
urticaria papulosa
urticaria perstans
urticaria pigmentosa
urticaria subcutanea
urticaria tuberosa
urticaria vesiculosa
urticas
urticate
urticate
urticated
urticates
urticating
urtication (current term)
urtication (current term)
urtications
Urtica dioica
Urtica pipulifera
urubu
urubu
Urubupunga
Urubupunga Falls
urubus
Uruguay
Uruguayan
Uruguayan monetary unit
Uruguayan peso
Uruguay potato
Uruguay potato vine

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