pediculosis
noun
pe·dic·u·lo·sis
pi-ˌdi-kyə-ˈlō-səs 
plural pediculoses
pi-ˌdi-kyə-ˈlō-ˌsēz
: infestation with lice
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Scientifically known as pediculosis capitis, head lice aren't contracted as a result of slacking on your personal hygiene practices.
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“Pediculosis.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/pediculosis. Accessed 31 Mar. 2025.
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pediculosis
noun
pe·dic·u·lo·sis
pi-ˌdik-yə-ˈlō-səs
: the condition of having lice (as in the hair or on the body)
Medical Definition
pediculosis
noun
pe·dic·u·lo·sis
pi-ˌdik-yə-ˈlō-səs
plural pediculoses
-ˌsēz
: infestation with lice
called also lousiness
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