pustulate
|pus-tu-late|
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/ˈpʌs.tjə.leɪt/
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/ˈpʌs.tjʊ.leɪt/
become covered with pustules
Etymology
'pustulate' originates from Latin, specifically the word 'pustula', where 'pustula' meant 'pustule' or 'small blister'.
'pustulate' changed from Late Latin/Neo-Latin 'pustulatus' (formed from 'pustula') and entered English scientific/medical usage as 'pustulate' in modern times.
Initially, it meant 'to have or form pustules', and over time it retained this core meaning as a medical/ descriptive term.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Verb 1
to develop or cause to develop pustules; to become covered with pustules.
The infected area began to pustulate within a few days.
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Adjective 1
having or marked by pustules; pustular in appearance.
The rash appeared pustulate and inflamed.
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Last updated: 2026/01/17 19:57