rosacea

noun

ro·​sa·​cea rō-ˈzā-sh(ē-)ə 

: a chronic inflammatory skin disorder typically involving the nose, forehead, and chin that is characterized especially by redness, flushing, telangiectasia, inflamed lesions, and burning sensation, and sometimes by eye dryness and irritation and thickening of tissues especially of the nose

called also acne rosacea

Examples of rosacea in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

These irritations can cause exacerbation of certain skin conditions like acne or rosacea. —Christa Joanna Lee, Allure, 15 Oct. 2024

Known for its anti-inflammatory and brightening properties, the ingredient is commonly used to treat acne and rosacea. —Venus Wong, refinery29.com, 10 Oct. 2024

Supplements Some people use supplements for rosacea. —Megan Nunn, Verywell Health, 13 Sep. 2024

Seasonally dry skin with rosacea and slight hyperpigmentation. —Alyssa Brascia, Peoplemag, 10 Sep. 2024

Word History

Etymology

short for New Latin acne rosacea "rose-colored acne"

First Known Use

1843, in the meaning defined above

Phrases Containing rosacea

• acne rosacea

Medical Definition

rosacea

noun

ro·​sa·​cea rō-ˈzā-sh(ē-)ə 

: a chronic inflammatory skin disorder typically involving the nose, cheeks, forehead, and chin that is characterized especially by redness, flushing, telangiectasia, inflamed lesions, burning sensation, and sometimes eye dryness and irritation and thickening of tissues especially of the nose

called also acne rosacea