pedicular

/pɛdɪkjʊlər/

Definitions

1. adjective

relating to lice or pediculi; louse-infested

“The child had pedicular sores on his scalp.”

2. noun

a louse or pediculus

“The pedicular infestation was a major health concern in the village.”

3. verb

to infest or be infested with lice

“The patient’s skin pediculates with annoying frequency.”

Synonyms

  • infested
  • lice-infested

Antonyms

  • uncorroded
  • uncrawled