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    Prurito (en. Pruritus)

    /pruˈɾito/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishSpanish
    noun
    Intense sensation of itching that provokes the desire to scratch.
    The itch on his arm became unbearable.
    El prurito en su brazo se volvió insoportable.
    Symptom that can be associated with various dermatological diseases.
    The itch is common in cases of dermatitis.
    El prurito es común en casos de dermatitis.
    Sensation of unease or anxiety.
    He had an itch of curiosity to know the truth.
    Tenía un prurito de curiosidad por saber la verdad.

    Etymology

    From Latin 'pruritus', which means 'itch' or 'scratch'.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    to feel itch
    To feel itching or unease.
    tener prurito
    moral itch
    Unease or scruples about ethical issues.
    prurito moral

    Related Words

    tingling
    Sensation of discomfort on the skin that induces scratching.
    picor
    dermatitis
    Inflammation of the skin that can cause itching.
    dermatitis

    Slang Meanings

    Itches
    I got some itches after being in the garden.
    Me dio unos picores después de estar en el jardín.
    Scratches
    Those scratches on the skin are due to the itch I had.
    Esos rascadas en la piel son por el prurito que tenía.