furuncle

noun

fu·run·cle ˈfyu̇r-ˌəŋ-kəl

: boil entry 2

Etymology

Latin furunculus petty thief, boil, diminutive of furon-, furo ferret, thief, from fur

First Known Use

1676, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler

The first known use of furuncle was in 1676

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Style

“Furuncle.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/furuncle. Accessed 24 Dec. 2024.

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furuncle

noun

fu·run·cle ˈfyu̇(ə)r-ˌəŋ-kəl

: boil

furuncular

fyu̇-ˈrəŋ-kyə-lər

adjective

furunculous

-ləs

adjective

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