Lichen and Tinea

Lichen

Lichen noun - Any thallophytic plant of the division Lichenes; occur as crusty patches or bushy growths on tree trunks or rocks or bare ground etc..
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Synonyms for Lichen

Tinea and lichen are semantically related. In some cases you can use "Tinea" instead a noun "Lichen".

Tinea

Tinea noun - Infections of the skin or nails caused by fungi and appearing as itching circular patches.
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Synonyms for Tinea

Lichen and tinea are semantically related. You can use "Lichen" instead a noun "Tinea".
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