abscess

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/ˈæbsɛs/ English

Definitions

noun

A cavity caused by tissue destruction, usually because of infection, filled with pus and surrounded by inflamed tissue.

verb

To form a pus-filled, cavity typically from an infection.

Related words

Synonyms

boil impostume air pustule furuncle phlegmon cyst carbuncle fester whitlow purulence imposthume sore ulcer swelling gumboil

Associated

empyema pus abscesses thrombophlebitis cellulitis sternocleidomastoid perianal mastitis amoebic periodontal diverticulitis osteomyelitis

Rhymes

nonetheless nevertheless coalesce distress acquiesce address caress assess process egress

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