pediculosis pubis

/pəˈdɪkjəˌloʊsəs ˌpjubəs/
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Definitions of pediculosis pubis
  1. noun
    infestation of the pubic hair by crab lice
    synonyms: crabs
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    type of:
    lousiness, pediculosis
    infestation with lice (Pediculus humanus) resulting in severe itching
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