fever blister
Americannoun
noun
Etymology
Origin of fever blister
First recorded in 1880–85
Example Sentences
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It appears as if a fever blister has taken over the monster’s entire head, rather than just the lips.
From New York Times • Oct. 25, 2018
Why, Lilly, your cheeks are as red as anything and you're getting a fever blister.
From Star-Dust by Hurst, Fannie
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