dermatophytosis
/dɜːrˌmætəfaɪˈtoʊsɪs/
noun
- A skin infection caused by dermatophyte fungi, such as ringworm, athlete's foot, or jock itch.
- Dermatophytosis is common among athletes who share towels and equipment.
- The veterinarian treated the cat for dermatophytosis, which caused circular bald patches on its fur.
- Keeping feet dry and clean helps prevent dermatophytosis like athlete's foot.