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chigger

 

[ หˆtสƒษชษกษ™r ]

Noun
Context #1 | Noun

insect pest

Chigger refers to the larval stage of certain mites belonging to the family Trombiculidae. These tiny parasites are known for their microscopic size, and they are primarily found in grassy or wooded areas. Chiggers latch onto the skin of hosts, including humans, and can cause intense itching and irritation. They inject saliva that breaks down skin cells, leading to a red, itchy rash. While they do not directly transmit diseases, their bites can lead to secondary infections due to scratching.

Synonyms

larva, mite

Examples of usage

  • I found a chigger on my leg after hiking.
  • Chigger bites can be extremely uncomfortable.
  • Make sure to check for chiggers after walking in tall grass.

Translations

Translations of the word "chigger" in other languages:

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡น chigger

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ เคšเคฟเค—เคฐ

๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช Chigger

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฉ chigger

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ั‡ะธะณะตั€

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ chigger

๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต ใƒใ‚ฌใƒผ

๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท chigger

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ chigger

๐Ÿ‡น๐Ÿ‡ท chigger

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท ์น˜๊ฑฐ

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ุชุดุฌุฑ

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ chigger

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฐ chigger

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณ ่™ซๅ’ฌ

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฎ chigger

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ chigger

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ฟ ั‡ะธะณะตั€

๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ช แƒฉแƒ˜แƒ’แƒ”แƒ แƒ˜

๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ฟ chigger

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ chigger

Word origin

The word 'chigger' is believed to have originated from the Southern United States in the 17th century. It is derived from the word 'chigoe,' which refers to a type of flea. The etymology can be traced back to the Spanish word 'chigรผire', which was adapted in local vernacular. Historically, chiggers were often associated with discomfort and agricultural contexts, particularly in rural areas where people were commonly in contact with nature. As the term became more widely recognized, it evolved to specifically denote these mite larvae that affect both humans and animals. The awareness of chigger infestations increased in the 20th century, particularly among campers and hikers, as discussions about outdoor pests became more prevalent.

Word Frequency Rank

Ranking #39,765, this word is encountered relatively rarely in everyday English. It might appear in literary works or specialized texts but isn't essential for general communication.