bleb Synonyms & Antonyms
/blɛb/
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Bleb as a Noun
1
A bubble, such as in paint or glass.
2
A large vesicle or bulla, usually containing a serous fluid.
3
An irregular bulge in the plasma membrane of a cell undergoing apoptosis.
4
A bubble-like inclusion of one mineral within another.
Bleb as a Verb
1
To form, or cause the formation of, blebs.
Word Forms & Grammar
bleb (plural blebs)
bleb (third-person singular simple present blebs, present participle blebbing, simple past and past participle blebbed)
Origin of Bleb
Possibly onomatopoeic, similarly to blob and blubber.
Bleb: Key Facts
| Part of speech | noun, verb |
|---|---|
| Pronunciation | /blɛb/ |
| Meaning | A bubble, such as in paint or glass |
| Plural | blebs |
| Verb forms | blebs, blebbing, blebbed |
Common Questions About Bleb
Is bleb a noun or a verb?
Bleb is mainly used as a noun, but it can also be used as a verb.
What is the plural of bleb?
The plural of bleb is blebs.
What is the past tense of bleb?
The past tense of bleb is blebbed. The present participle is blebbing.