lousiness (n.)

  1. infestation with lice (Pediculus humanus) resulting in severe itching

    [ Syn: pediculosis ]

  2. the quality of being disgusting to the senses or emotions; the vileness of his language surprised us

    [ Syn: loathsomeness , repulsiveness , sliminess , vileness , wickedness ]

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