abscess Meaning & Definition
What Does Abscess Mean?
Abscess is a noun that means A cavity caused by tissue destruction, usually because of infection, filled with pus and surrounded by inflamed tissue. As a verb, it means To form a pus-filled cavity, typically from an infection.
Word Facts for Abscess
| Part of speech | noun, verb |
|---|---|
| Pronunciation | //ˈæbsɛs// |
| Syllables | 1 |
| Plural | abscesses |
| Verb forms | abscesses, abscessing, abscessed |
Abscess Definition (Noun)
- A cavity caused by tissue destruction, usually because of infection, filled with pus and surrounded by inflamed tissue.
Abscess as a Verb
- To form a pus-filled cavity, typically from an infection.
Synonyms of Abscess
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Abscess synonyms and antonyms →Antonyms of Abscess
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Abscess in a Sentence
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Word Forms & Grammar
abscess (plural abscesses)
abscess (third-person singular simple present abscesses, present participle abscessing, simple past and past participle abscessed)
Words That Rhyme With Abscess
Origin of Abscess
Borrowed from Latin abscessus (“a going away; gathering of humors, abscess”), from abscēdō (“go away, depart”), from abs (“away from”) + cēdō (“go”). See cede.
Abscess Pronunciation
You say abscess as //ˈæbsɛs//. It has 1 syllable.
Frequently Asked Questions About Abscess
Is abscess a noun or a verb?
Abscess is mainly used as a noun, but it can also be used as a verb.
What is the plural of abscess?
The plural of abscess is abscesses.
What is the past tense of abscess?
The past tense of abscess is abscessed. The present participle is abscessing.