sarcoptic mange
Pronunciation: /sɑːˈkɒptɪk/
Definition of sarcoptic mange
noun
- a form of mange caused by the itch mite and tending to affect chiefly the abdomen and hindquarters. Compare with demodectic mange.
Origin:
late 19th century: sarcoptic from the modern Latin genus name Sarcoptes (from Greek sarx, sark- 'flesh') + -ic