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pustulate

/pʌstʊleɪt/ verb · British & US
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What does pustulate mean?

verb

To form or cause to form blisters or pustules, typically as a result of infection or inflammation. To become or cause to become pustular.

Example

"The skin pustulated after the insect bite, forming painful blisters."

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