abscess
What is another word for abscess? Here is its meaning, with related words and examples.
Noun — A swollen, pus-filled pocket in the body, usually caused by infection.
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How to use abscess
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
dental abscess
drain an abscess
burst abscess
Etymology
From Latin abscessus, "a going away" — originally describing how infected matter was thought to "withdraw" and collect in one spot, from abscedo, "to go away."
Full origin of abscess →Frequently asked questions
What does “abscess” mean?
The word “abscess” means a swollen, pus-filled pocket in the body, usually caused by infection. In plain terms, a painful, swollen pocket of infection filled with pus, often needing to be drained by a doctor or dentist.
How do you pronounce “abscess”?
“Abscess” is pronounced AB-sehs (/ˈæbsɛs/ in IPA).
How do you use “abscess” in a sentence?
Here is “abscess” used in a sentence: “The dentist drained an abscess under his infected tooth.”
What part of speech is “abscess”?
Depending on how it is used, “abscess” can be a noun and a verb.
Where does the word “abscess” come from?
The word “abscess” comes from Latin. From Latin abscessus, "a going away" — originally describing how infected matter was thought to "withdraw" and collect in one spot, from abscedo, "to go away.".
How many meanings does “abscess” have?
“Abscess” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: a swollen, pus-filled pocket in the body, usually caused by infection.
