candida
noun
can·di·da
ˈkan-də-də 
: any of a genus (Candida) of parasitic fungi that resemble yeasts, occur especially in the mouth, vagina, and intestinal tract where they are usually benign but can become pathogenic, and have been grouped with the imperfect fungi but are now often placed with the ascomycetes
especially
: one (C. albicans) causing thrush
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From the toga candida of public officials to members of Congress today sporting their respective party’s colors, clothing has a way of shaping the perception of a politician’s public image.
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Brett F. Braley-Palko, Forbes.com, 20 Aug. 2025
Although the company warned that candida parapsilosis can live on the body without hurting individuals, there are rare occurrences where people who are immunocompromised or have compromised skin develop skin infections.
—Saleen Martin, USA TODAY, 25 Sep. 2024
There are many types of fungal skin infections, such as:
Ringworm
Athlete’s foot
Yeast infections, such as candida or tinea versicolor
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—Angelica Bottaro, Verywell Health, 29 July 2024
Overuse of topical steroids is most likely the cause of perioral dermatitis, however, it may also be caused by candida albicans, a yeast, which is a type of fungus, Cleveland Clinic notes, adding that fluoridated toothpaste, gum, or hormonal contraceptives, can also cause flare-ups.
—Andi Breitowich, Women's Health, 8 Sep. 2023
Some of those microbes are bad and can cause infections, including candida — a type of yeast that causes yeast infections in humans and, apparently, in hummingbirds.
—Benji Jones, Vox, 7 Dec. 2018
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Brett F. Braley-Palko, Forbes.com, 20 Aug. 2025
Although the company warned that candida parapsilosis can live on the body without hurting individuals, there are rare occurrences where people who are immunocompromised or have compromised skin develop skin infections.
—Saleen Martin, USA TODAY, 25 Sep. 2024
There are many types of fungal skin infections, such as:
Ringworm
Athlete’s foot
Yeast infections, such as candida or tinea versicolor
This photo contains content that some people may find graphic or disturbing.
—Angelica Bottaro, Verywell Health, 29 July 2024
Overuse of topical steroids is most likely the cause of perioral dermatitis, however, it may also be caused by candida albicans, a yeast, which is a type of fungus, Cleveland Clinic notes, adding that fluoridated toothpaste, gum, or hormonal contraceptives, can also cause flare-ups.
—Andi Breitowich, Women's Health, 8 Sep. 2023
Some of those microbes are bad and can cause infections, including candida — a type of yeast that causes yeast infections in humans and, apparently, in hummingbirds.
—Benji Jones, Vox, 7 Dec. 2018
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“Candida.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/candida. Accessed 31 Oct. 2025.
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candida
noun
can·di·da
ˈkan-dəd-ə
1
capitalized
: a genus of parasitic fungi that resemble yeasts, produce small amounts of mycelium, occur especially in the mouth, vagina, and intestinal tract where they are usually benign but can become pathogenic, and have been grouped with the imperfect fungi but are now often placed with the ascomycetes
2
: any fungus of the genus Candida
especially
: one (C. albicans) causing thrush
3
: infection with fungi of the genus Candida : candidiasis
Three to five days of careful treatment should cause the rash to subside. If it doesn't, the infant may have candida, a yeast infection that usually affects a larger area than diaper rash and makes the skin redder.—Carol Deasy Brown, Parenting
see thrush, yeast infection
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