American house dust mite

Pronunciation
/uh-MAIR-i-kuhn HOWZ-duhst MAHYT/
Category
Taxonomy
Singular
American house dust mite
Plural
American house dust mites

Definition

A species of dust mite (Dermatophagoides farinae) that causes allergies and other symptoms in susceptible individuals.

Etymology

Example

The American house dust mite is a common allergen found in bedding and carpets.

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