chigoe
noun
chi·goe
| \ ˈchi-(ˌ)gō
, ˈchē-
\
, ˈchē-
\
Definition of chigoe
1
: a tropical flea (Tunga penetrans) of which the fertile female causes great discomfort by burrowing under the skin
2
: chigger sense 2
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chigoe
noun
chi·goe
| \ ˈchig-(ˌ)ō
, ˈchē-(ˌ)gō
\
, ˈchē-(ˌ)gō
\
Medical Definition of chigoe
1
also chigoe flea
: a flea (Tunga penetrans) of tropical and subtropical regions of which the gravid female burrows under the skin especially of the feet causing itching, irritation, and often inflammation and ulceration
— called also chigger, sand flea
2
: chigger sense 2