chalazal

/ˌkæləˈzɑːl/

Definitions

1. adjective

relating to or resembling a chalazion, a type of skin bump or boil, especially one that occurs on the eyelid.

“The ophthalmologist diagnosed the patient’s chalazal inflammation as a result of a blocked oil gland.”

2. noun

a chalazion, a type of skin bump or boil, especially one that occurs on the eyelid.

“The doctor removed the chalazal growth from the patient’s eyelid.”

Synonyms

  • chalazion
  • sty

Antonyms

  • normal