Impetigo

/ɪmpɪˈtaɪɡəʊ/ noun

A contagious bacterial skin disease forming pustules and yellow crusty sores, chiefly on the face and hands. It is common in children and infection is often through cuts or insect bites.

Meaning

  1. (noun) A contagious bacterial skin disease forming pustules and yellow crusty sores, chiefly on the face and hands. It is common in children and infection is often through cuts or insect bites.

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Letter breakdown

  • Impetigo contains 8 letters: 4 vowel(s) and 4 consonant(s).
  • It uses 7 unique letters.
  • Estimated syllable count: 4.
  • Scrabble-style letter score: 13.

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What does Impetigo mean?

A contagious bacterial skin disease forming pustules and yellow crusty sores, chiefly on the face and hands. It is common in children and infection is often through cuts or insect bites.

How many letters are in Impetigo?

Impetigo has 8 letters.

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