Definitions for "Dermatophyte"
A fungus infecting and parasitic on the skin, especially one which causes disease; as, ringworm is caused by a dermatophyte.
A fungus belonging to one of three genera (Trichophyton, Microsporum and Epidermophyton) that feed on keratin and cause ringworm (Tinea)
A fungus with the ability to obtain nutrients from keratin and infect skin, hair, or nails of humans or animals.