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delouse

 

[ dɪˈlaʊs ]

Verb
Context #1 | Verb

infestation removal

To delouse means to remove lice from a person or animal. This is often necessary when someone has been infested with head lice, body lice, or pubic lice. Delousing can involve the use of special shampoos, lotions, or manual removal to eliminate lice and their eggs (nits). It's a common practice in settings such as schools or institutions where infestations can easily spread. Effective delousing is important for health reasons and to prevent embarrassment for those affected.

Synonyms

de-louse, exterminate lice, rid of lice

Examples of usage

  • The school nurse will delouse any child found with lice.
  • I had to delouse my dog after we noticed fleas in the house.
  • After the camping trip, we decided it was best to delouse everyone.
  • The spa offers delousing treatments for clients experiencing infestations.

Translations

Translations of the word "delouse" in other languages:

🇵🇹 despejar

🇮🇳 पुंछना

🇩🇪 entlausen

🇮🇩 menghilangkan kutu

🇺🇦 вивести вошей

🇵🇱 wybawić z wszawicy

🇯🇵 シラミを取り除く

🇫🇷 déparasiter

🇪🇸 despiojar

🇹🇷 bitlerden arındırmak

🇰🇷 이lice를 제거하다

🇸🇦 إزالة القمل

🇨🇿 zbavit se vší

🇸🇰 zbaviť sa vší

🇨🇳 去除虱子

🇸🇮 odstraniti uši

🇮🇸 losa sig við lús

🇰🇿 құрттардан арылту

🇬🇪 ბუღი მოიშორე

🇦🇿 başqurtlardan xilas olmaq

🇲🇽 despiojar

Word origin

The term 'delouse' combines the prefix 'de-' which means to remove or reverse, and the root word 'louse', which refers to the small parasitic insects of the superfamily Anoplura. The word 'louse' itself comes from Old English 'lūse,' with similar forms in other Germanic languages, as well as in Latin ('pediculus') and Greek ('ktínō'). The act of delousing has been recognized historically, as lice infestations have been a long-standing issue in human health, indicating unhygienic living conditions. In modern times, delousing has evolved into a public health concern, especially in schools and communal living environments. The use of chemical treatments and preventive measures has been developed to effectively control and eliminate lice infestations.

Word Frequency Rank

With rank #42,513, this word is among the least frequently used in common English. Understanding it can be beneficial for comprehensive language mastery, but it's not essential for most learners.