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Noun ingrown toenail has 1 sense
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Definitions from the WebIngrown ToenailDescription:An ingrown toenail, also known as onychocryptosis, is a common condition in which the edge of a toenail grows into the surrounding skin. It typically affects the big toe and can cause pain, redness, swelling, and infection. Ingrown toenails can be caused by wearing tight shoes, improper nail trimming, or having curved or thickened nails. Senses:Sense 1:(noun) A condition in which a toenail grows into the skin Example sentence: I have been dealing with an ingrown toenail for weeks, and it's causing me a lot of discomfort. Related products: Ingrown Toenail Remedy Sense 2:(adjective) Used to describe a toenail that is growing into the skin Example sentence: The ingrown toenail caused me immense pain whenever I wore closed-toe shoes. Sense 3:(verb) The act of a toenail growing into the skin Example sentence: If left untreated, an ingrown toenail can become infected. Related products: Ingrown Toenail Treatment Sense 4:(noun) In local slang, a humorous term used to refer to a person or thing that constantly annoys or intrudes upon others Example sentence: My neighbor's dog is like an ingrown toenail, always barking at night and disturbing our sleep. Local Usage:In some regions, "ingrown toenail" may be used colloquially to describe a persistent nuisance or troublemaker. Related products: Headache Relief Products, Mosquito Repellent | ||||
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