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- [puhs-choo l]
- /ˈpʌs tʃʊl/
- /ˈpʌs.tjuːl/
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- [puhs-choo l]
- /ˈpʌs tʃʊl/
Definitions of pustule word
- noun pustule Pathology. a small elevation of the skin containing pus. 1
- noun pustule any pimplelike or blisterlike swelling or elevation. 1
- noun pustule blister, abscess 1
- countable noun pustule A pustule is a small infected swelling on the skin. 0
- noun pustule a small inflamed elevated area of skin containing pus 0
- noun pustule any small distinct spot resembling a pimple or blister 0
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Origin of pustule
First appearance:
before 1350 One of the 20% oldest English words
1350-1400; Middle English < Latin pūstula, pūsula a pimple, blister; akin to Greek phȳsaléos inflated
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Parts of speech for Pustule
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pustule popularity
A common word. It’s meaning is known to most children of preschool age. About 89% of English native speakers know the meaning and use the word.
This word is included in each student's vocabulary. Most likely there is at least one movie with this word in the title.
pustule usage trend in Literature
This diagram is provided by Google Ngram ViewerSynonyms for pustule
noun pustule
- abscess — An abscess is a painful swelling containing pus.
- beauty spot — A beauty spot is a place in the country that is popular because of its beautiful scenery.
- blackhead — Blackheads are small, dark spots on someone's skin caused by blocked pores.
- blain — a blister, blotch, or sore on the skin
- blains — an inflammatory swelling or sore.
Top questions with pustule
- what is a pustule?
- how to get rid of a pustule?
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- how to treat a pustule?
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