What is another word for immersion foot?

Pronunciation: [ɪmˈɜːʃən fˈʊt] (IPA)

Immersion foot, also known as trench foot, is a condition where the feet become numb, swollen and painful due to prolonged exposure to wet and cold conditions. There are some synonyms used to describe this ailment, including "trench foot" which refers to the condition's origins during World War I when wartime soldiers' feet would suffer from prolonged periods of exposure to cold, damp trenches. Other synonyms that can be used to describe immersion foot include "cold foot," "maceration," "swamp foot," and "moisture lesions." Regardless of the word used, the condition should be taken seriously and treated promptly to avoid further damage and possible complications like infection or gangrene.

Synonyms for Immersion foot:

What are the hypernyms for Immersion foot?

A hypernym is a word with a broad meaning that encompasses more specific words called hyponyms.
  • Other hypernyms:

    hypothermia, pathology, trench foot, physical injury, thermal injury, Cutaneous Injury, Freeze injury, Immersion injury, Tissue Injury, cold injury.

What are the hyponyms for Immersion foot?

Hyponyms are more specific words categorized under a broader term, known as a hypernym.

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