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2 | 31% | 12 | Boil-forming bacterial infection | |
3 | 26% | 5 | Larger than life | |
Infection Larger Than A Boil Crossword Clue
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We think the answer is "CARBUNCLE" which means:
- noun
- • Deep-red cabochon garnet cut without facets
- • An infection larger than a boil and with several openings for discharge of pus
An example sentence would be:
- • "He developed a painful carbuncle on his back."
- • "The doctor prescribed antibiotics to treat the infected carbuncle."
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1 | Also known as Oriental sore, Delhi boil, Aleppo boil, etc. | |
2 | Boil-forming bacterial infection | |
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29 Nov 1979 | New York Times / 29 Nov 1979 |
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09 Jan 2005 | The Guardian Speedy / 09 Jan 2005 |
6 | Measures larger than ft.
New York Times -
01 Jun 1978 | New York Times / 01 Jun 1978 |
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21 Oct 2023 | Telegraph Giant General Knowledge / 21 Oct 2023 |
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