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pustule

/ˈpʌstjuːl/ noun · British & US
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What does pustule mean?

noun

A small pimple or blister, especially one caused by a skin infection, such as acne or impetigo. A small, usually painful, swelling on the skin, often caused by a bacterial or viral infection.

Example

"The doctor prescribed antibiotics to treat the pustule on her forehead."

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