Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

bleb

noun
/blɛb/
Definition
A small blister or bubble that forms on a surface.
Examples
  • The patient had a bleb on their finger after getting a burn.
  • During the experiment, they observed a bleb forming on the surface of the liquid.
  • He developed a bleb on his skin that eventually healed without issue.
Meaning
In medical terms, a bleb refers to a raised area of skin or another tissue, filled with liquid or air.
Synonyms
  • blister
  • bump
  • bubble