Chigger

[chig-ger]

Definition

A burrowing sand flea parasite (Tunga penetrans) that embeds in skin/feet.

Example Sentences

Patois:
Remove di chigger from yuh foot before it swell up.
English:
Remove the sand flea parasite from your foot before it swells up.

Patois:
Walk wid shoes so chigger don't bite yuh foot.
English:
Walk with shoes so sand fleas don't bite your feet.

Usage Tip

Parasitic flea found in dry dirt/sand that burrows into toes; traditional pest in rural areas.

Patois Synonym: jigger
English Synonym: sand flea; jigger parasite

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