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pustule definition

pus·tule (pus′c̸ho̵̅o̅l′, -tyo̵̅o̅l′)

noun

  1. a small elevation of the skin containing pus
  2. any small elevation like a blister or pimple

Etymology: L pustula, blister, pimple < IE base *pu-, echoic of blowing out cheeks, puffing > Gr physa, breath, bubble

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