What is another word for Mites?

Pronunciation: [mˈa͡ɪts] (IPA)

Mites are tiny arachnids that are commonly found in various habitats, including soil, water, and air. There are several synonyms for the word "mites," such as acarids, ticklings, and chiggers. Acarids refer to a large group of mites and ticks that belong to the subclass Acarina, while ticklings are small, annoying mites that can sometimes bite humans. Chiggers, also known as harvest mites, are another type of mite that can cause itchy red bumps on the skin. Other synonyms for mites include scabies, demodex, and sarcoptes. Knowing these synonyms can help people better understand the characteristics and behaviors of these tiny creatures and how they may impact humans and other animals.

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    • Proper noun, singular
      Acari.

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Usage examples for Mites

If Plato and Virgil can see Mites like you?
"Girls of the Forest"
L. T. Meade
It was like your stoppin' that day an' talkin' to us poor little Mites.
"In Wild Rose Time"
Amanda M. Douglas
Rosemary was a slight, tiny, fragile creature, with a mere slip of a figure, and Mites of hands and feet.
"Her Mother's Secret"
Emma D. E. N. Southworth

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