Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
abscesso
Noun
/æbˈsɛs/
Definition
A localized collection of pus within a tissue, resulting from an infection.
Examples
- The dentist drained the abscesso near my molar.
- After the injury, an abscesso formed on his arm.
- Doctors often prescribe antibiotics to treat an abscesso.
Meaning
An abscesso, or abscess in English, typically occurs when the body’s tissues are infected, leading to swelling and the formation of pus.
Synonyms
- pus-filled pocket
- boil
- fistula