pyodermic

/paɪˈɒdərmɪk/

Definitions

1. adjective

relating to or causing pyoderma (a bacterial skin infection).

“The patient had pyodermic lesions on her arms and legs.”

2. noun

a pyoderma (a bacterial skin infection).

“The doctor diagnosed the patient with a severe pyodermic infection.”

Synonyms

  • pyodermatous
  • pyodermic

Antonyms

  • healthy
  • uninfected