subunguial

/ˌsʌbʌŋˈɡwaɪəl/ or /ˌsʌbʌŋˈɡweɪəl/

Definitions

1. adjective

relating to or affecting the area under the fingernail or toenail

“The subunguial infection was caused by a bacterial infection.”

2. noun

a condition affecting the area under the fingernail or toenail

“The subunguial was painful and required medical attention.”

Synonyms

  • paronychial
  • unguial

Antonyms

  • supernail