Acarine

/ˈækəraɪn/ adjective

Definition

Relating to, characteristic of, or affected by mites and ticks.

Etymology

From Latin 'acarus' (mite) plus '-ine' (suffix meaning 'of or relating to'), describing mite-related characteristics.

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