athlete's foot

noun

, Pathology.

1. a contagious disease, caused by a fungus that thrives on moist surfaces; ringworm of the feet.

athlete's foot

noun

1. a fungal infection of the skin of the foot, esp between the toes and on the soles Technical nametinea pedis

Word History and Origins

Origin of athlete's foot¹

An Americanism dating back to 1925–30

Example Sentences

In three hours, we treat as many patients as we can for three of the most common conditions among people experiencing homelessness: athlete’s foot, nail fungus and venous stasis — a condition where blood cannot make its way back to the heart.

From Seattle Times

Co-host Maya Jama then joked that Kemp had athlete's foot, which would have been a decent joke if they'd been drinking from his shoe.

From BBC

A take-off zone could be trialled in place of the event's traditional wooden board, where a no-jump is called if the athlete's foot crosses the line.

From BBC

A "take-off zone" will be used instead of the traditional wooden board, where a no-jump is called if the athlete's foot crosses the line.

From BBC

Some use avocado to relieve symptoms of psoriasis, eczema, and athlete’s foot, although more scientific research needs to be done to fully support those claims.

From National Geographic