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Tyrophagus putrescentiae (medicine) and disfavour(2) (iou)


Tyrophagus putrescentiae (medicine)


Tyrophagus putrescentiae


One of the grain mite species that cause various forms of dermatitis resulting from infestation by grain mites in Food and produce, which sensitises and causes dermatitis in storage and handling personnel.

Synonym: Tyroglyphus longior.

Origin: G. Tyros, cheese, + phago, to eat


disfavour(2) (iou)



disfavour verb trans. Also *disfavor. M16.
[from DIS- 2 + FAVOUR verb.]
Spoil the looks or appearance of; disfigure. M16-E17.
Regard or treat with disfavour. L16.
Dislike. L16-M18.