Definition of impetigo

competent Definition: (adjective) having the skill and knowledge needed for a particular task; capable Petersons.com

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im·pe·ti·go    (mp-tg) KEY  

NOUN:
pl. im·pe·ti·gos

A contagious bacterial skin infection, usually of children, that is characterized by the eruption of superficial pustules and the formation of thick yellow crusts, commonly on the face.

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ETYMOLOGY:
Middle English, from Latin impetg, from impetere, to attack ; see impetus

OTHER FORMS:
impe·tige·nous   (-tj-ns) KEY  (Adjective)

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