urtication (Meaning)

Wordnet

urtication (n)

an itchy skin eruption characterized by weals with pale interiors and well-defined red margins; usually the result of an allergic response to insect bites or food or drugs

a sensation of having been stung by nettles

Webster

urtication (n.)

The act or process of whipping or stinging with nettles; -- sometimes used in the treatment of paralysis.

Synonyms & Antonyms of urtication

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urtication Sentence Examples

  1. The venomous jellyfish's urtication caused excruciating pain and swelling.
  2. The doctor warned against touching stinging nettles, as their urtication could lead to severe irritation.
  3. The insect's urticating hairs released a potent toxin into the skin.
  4. The victim experienced intense itching and burning after being subjected to urtication.
  5. The plant's urticating properties served as a natural defense against herbivores.
  6. The urtication process involved the release of histamines and other inflammatory mediators.
  7. Treatment for urtication typically involved antihistamines and topical corticosteroids.
  8. The stinging caterpillar's urtication could cause anaphylactic shock in severe cases.
  9. The bee's urtication served as a warning to potential predators.
  10. The urtication caused by the wasp's sting left the victim with a raised and painful welt.

FAQs About the word urtication

an itchy skin eruption characterized by weals with pale interiors and well-defined red margins; usually the result of an allergic response to insect bites or fo

No synonyms found.

No antonyms found.

The venomous jellyfish's urtication caused excruciating pain and swelling.

The doctor warned against touching stinging nettles, as their urtication could lead to severe irritation.

The insect's urticating hairs released a potent toxin into the skin.

The victim experienced intense itching and burning after being subjected to urtication.