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Tinea of the feet, also caused by the same type of fungus, is generally known as athlete's foot.
—Marco Rubio, Newsweek, 1 Nov. 2024
This type is caused by dermatophytes, which also cause athlete's foot.
—Sarah Bradley, Health, 19 May 2024
Ways to prevent athlete's foot include:38 Change your shoes and socks regularly
Wash your feet daily and dry them completely
Wear flip-flops around community swimming pools, locker rooms, and showers
Wear light, airy shoes and synthetic, moisture-wicking socks to keep your feet cool and dry
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—Karyn Repinski, Health, 19 Apr. 2024
Examples of fungal infections are yeast infections, jock itch, ringworm, and athlete's foot.
—Elizabeth Woolley, Verywell Health, 15 Apr. 2024
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First Known Use
1928, in the meaning defined above
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“Athlete's foot.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/athlete%27s%20foot. Accessed 23 Dec. 2024.
Kids Definition
athlete's foot
noun
: ringworm of the feet
Medical Definition
athlete's foot
noun
ath·lete's foot
ˌath-ˌlēts-
: ringworm of the feet
called also tinea pedis
More from Merriam-Webster on athlete's foot
Nglish: Translation of athlete's foot for Spanish Speakers
Britannica.com: Encyclopedia article about athlete's foot
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