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human flea

noun · 1 senses · updated from the 2026-07-25 local source snapshot

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noun

Meaning 1

A species of flea, Pulex irritans, with a variety of hosts, that is relatively prevalent among humans.

Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract

Examples

  • 1915, F. C. Bishopp, Fleas as Pests to Man and Animals, with Suggestions for Their Control, US Department of Agriculture Farmers' Bulletin 683, page 2, The human flea normally attacks man, but may be found on a number of other animals.

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