Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
abscess
Noun
/ˈæb.sɛs/
Definition
A localized collection of pus in a tissue, usually associated with infection.
Examples
- The doctor drained the abscess to relieve pressure and pain.
- He developed an abscess on his lower back after the injury.
Meaning
An abscess forms when the body tries to fight an infection, leading to the accumulation of pus, which can cause swelling and pain.
Synonyms
- boil
- cyst
- pustule
