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FURUNCLE Synonyms

There are 3 synonyms of the word furuncle. (exact relations)
There is 1 hypernym of the word furuncle. (close relations)
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boil
verbv
noun

• a painful sore with a hard core filled with pus

• the temperature at which a liquid boils at sea level

verb

• come to the boiling point and change from a liquid to vapor

• immerse or be immersed in a boiling liquid, often for cooking purposes

• bring to, or maintain at, the boiling point

• be agitated

• be in an agitated emotional state

abscess
nounn
noun

• symptom consisting of a localized collection of pus surrounded by inflamed tissue

carbuncle
nounn
noun

• deep-red cabochon garnet cut without facets

• an infection larger than a boil and with several openings for discharge of pus

Best Hypernyms For FURUNCLE

Here is a list of related hypernyms for furuncle, these are close relations that fall within the same topic. Most relevant words are highlighted and in order.
Phrases (1)
staphylococcal infection

Alternatives for BOIL

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