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carbuncles
 

Definitions from WordNet

Noun carbuncle has 2 senses
  1. carbuncle - deep-red cabochon-cut garnet cut without facets
    --1 is a kind of     garnet
  2. carbuncle - an infection larger than a boil and with several openings for discharge of pus
    --2 is a kind of     staphylococcal infection

Definitions from the Web

Carbuncles

Definitions:

  1. Noun: A severe and painful inflammation of the skin, typically a cluster of boils.

Sample Sentences:

  • She suffered from recurring carbuncles on her back, causing tremendous discomfort.
  • The doctor prescribed antibiotics to treat the carbuncle.
  • Carbuncles are often accompanied by fever and fatigue.

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