pustulation

[ puhs-chuh-ley-shuhn ]

noun

the formation or breaking out of pustules.

Origin of pustulation

¹

1870–75; <Late Latin pūstulātiōn- (stem of pūstulātiō) a blistering. See pustulate, -ion

Words Nearby pustulation

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How to use pustulation in a sentence

When applied to the skin, ipecacuanha powder acts as a powerful irritant, even to the extent of causing pustulation.
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