papillule

/pæpɪˈluː/

Definitions

1. noun

A small blister or pimple, especially one on the skin caused by vaccination.

“The nurse carefully cleaned the papillule from the vaccination site.”

2. noun

A small growth on a plant, especially a leaf or flower, caused by a virus or other disease.

“The gardener noticed a papillule on the stem of the infected rose bush.”

Synonyms

  • blisters
  • pimple

Antonyms

  • flat
  • smooth