Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

blain

Noun
/bleɪn/
Definition
A swollen area on the skin or a blister, especially one that is painful.
Examples
  • The horse developed a blain on its leg after the long ride.
  • After spending hours in the sun, she noticed a blain forming on her shoulder.
  • He treated the blain carefully to prevent any infection.
Meaning
Blain typically refers to a blister or pustule that appears on the skin, often as a result of irritation or infection.
Synonyms
  • Blister
  • Pustule
  • Wheal
  • Lesion