trichomoniasis

American  

[trik-uh-muh-nahy-uh-sis] / ˌtrɪk ə məˈnaɪ ə sɪs /

noun

Pathology.

1. a sexually transmitted disease typically asymptomatic in men and resulting in vaginitis with a copious, frothy discharge and itching in women, caused by a trichomonad Trichomonas vaginalis.

2. any of various other diseases caused by a trichomonad.

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trichomoniasis British  

/ ˌtrɪkəʊməˈnaɪəsɪs /

noun

1. inflammation of the vagina characterized by a frothy discharge, caused by infection with parasitic protozoa ( Trichomonas vaginalis )

2. any infection caused by parasitic protozoa of the genus Trichomonas

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Etymology

Origin of trichomoniasis

First recorded in 1915–20; trichomon(ad) + -iasis

Example Sentences

One common protozoan disease known to occur in birds, which evolved from feathered dinosaurs, as well as in people is called trichomoniasis, caused by a parasitic protozoan.

From Reuters

Pigeons, a main urban food source, can carry another threat — avian trichomoniasis, or “frounce,” which is deadly to peregrines if untreated.

From Seattle Times

In the U.S., trichomoniasis and salmonella outbreaks associated with dirty feeders are common bird killers.

From Scientific American

He says many avian diseases — including conjunctivitis, avian pox, trichomoniasis and salmonellosis — have historically been linked to congregations at bird feeders.

From Washington Post

The most recent bovine trichomoniasis cases were discovered in January in a pair of Dewey County herds.

From Washington Times