A common genus of grain mites, frequently implicated in dermatitis among food handlers. ... See: Tyrophagus putrescentiae. ... Origin: Glyco-+ G. Phago, to eat ... (05 Mar 2000) ... 
Type: Term Pronunciation: glī-kof′ă-gŭs Definitions: 1. A common genus of grain mites, frequently implicated in dermatitis among food handlers.
Glycophagus A common genus of grain mites, frequently implicated in dermatitis among food handlers.