bugbite

/ˈbʌɡbaɪt/

Definitions

1. noun

a bite from an insect, especially a mosquito or tick

“After getting a nasty bugbite while hiking, she applied some antiseptic cream to prevent infection.”

2. verb

to bite an insect, especially a mosquito or tick, into the skin

“Be careful not to bugbite yourself when you’re outdoors during peak insect season.”

Synonyms

  • insect bite
  • mosquito bite
  • tick bite

Antonyms

  • no bite
  • uninjured