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SUPPURATION

(noun)

Definitions

There are 2 meanings of the word Suppuration.

Suppuration - as a noun

(medicine) the formation of morbific matter in an abscess or a vesicle and the discharge of pus

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
festering13maturation12

A fluid product of inflammation

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
festering13ichor10purulence13pus5sanies6
Hypernyms (Closely Related)
bodily fluidbody fluidhumor10humour11liquid body substance
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)

Example Sentences

"The doctor prescribed antibiotics to treat the suppuration in the patient's wound."
"Prolonged suppuration can lead to a more serious infection."
"The surgeon drained the pus from the abscess to prevent further suppuration."
"The suppuration of the infected area indicated an underlying bacterial infection."
"Proper wound care can help prevent suppuration and promote healing."
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Word Game Points

Is SUPPURATION a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, suppuration is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
US/CA Valid UK/EU Valid

SUPPURATION has a SCRABBLE points total of 15.

Is SUPPURATION a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, suppuration is valid for Words With Friends
Valid Word
SUPPURATION has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 20.

Is SUPPURATION a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, suppuration is valid for WordFeud
Valid Word
SUPPURATION has a WORDFEUD points total of 19.

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