Imposthume

Pronunciation: /ˈɪmˈpoʊstˈhjum/

Imposthume (noun)

  1. 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

Synonyms of Imposthume

Formal

Neutral