Definitions

1. adjective

relating to or affected by tuberculosis of the lymph nodes of the neck, now especially used to describe a condition characterized by enlarged lymph nodes or a skin condition, often associated with vitamin D deficiency or lack of sunlight.

“The scrofulous child had to undergo several treatments to recover from the condition.”

2. noun

a person or thing affected by scrofula, now especially a person with a skin condition resembling scrofula.

“The scrofulous patient responded well to the new treatment.”