MALLOPHAGA
\mˌaləfˈɑːɡə], \mˌaləfˈɑːɡə], \m_ˌa_l_ə_f_ˈɑː_ɡ_ə]\
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An extensive group of insects which are parasitic on birds and mammals, and feed on the feathers and hair; - called also bird lice. See Bird louse, under Bird.
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tinctura quininae ammoniata
- A preparation made by dissolving quinin sulphate in alcohol [Br. Ph.].