face fungus

The term "face fungus" can refer to either a medical condition or be used humorously to describe facial hair.

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Definition

C1Medical

(technical)A fungal infection on the face, often resulting in red, itchy, and scaly patches.

Example

  • The dermatologist diagnosed him with face fungus, which explained the persistent rash on his cheeks.

B2Informal

(humorous, slang)Facial hair, such as a beard or mustache, often used humorously.

Example

  • He decided to shave off his face fungus before the job interview.

Similar

Terms that have similar or relatively close meanings to "face fungus":

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