bullous

[ buhl-uhs ]

adjective

, Pathology.

1. pertaining to, similar to, or characterized by bullae.

Word History and Origins

Origin of bullous¹

First recorded in 1895–1900; bull(a) + -ous

Example Sentences

The macular, papular, and bullous eruptions are most common.

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The vesicular and bullous types demand mild protective applications, such as used in eczema and pemphigus.

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Does the eruption of erythema multiforme ever assume a vesicular or bullous character?

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Pompholyx is a rare disease of the skin of a vesicular and bullous character, and limited to the hands and feet.

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It may continue in the same type, or change to the vesicular, bullous or other variety.

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