human flea

== English == === Noun === human flea (plural human fleas) A species of flea, Pulex irritans, with a variety of hosts, that is relatively prevalent among humans. 1915, F. C. Bishopp, Fleas as Pests to Man and Animals, with Suggestions for Their Control, US Department of Agriculture Farmers' Bulletin 683, page 2, The human flea normally attacks man, but may be found on a number of other animals.