CHIGOE


Meaning of CHIGOE in English

n.

Pronunciation: ' chi-( ˌ )g ō , ' ch ē -

Function: noun

Etymology: Carib chico

Date: 1691

1 : a tropical flea ( Tunga penetrans ) of which the fertile female causes great discomfort by burrowing under the skin

2 : CHIGGER 2

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