Imposthume
Pronunciation: /ˈɪmˈpoʊstˈhjum/
Imposthume (noun)
- A swollen area on the body filled with pus, often painful.
Examples
- The doctor examined the painful imposthume on her arm.
- An imposthume can cause severe discomfort if not treated.
Common collocations: painful imposthume, treat an imposthume, develop an imposthume