Definitions

1. noun

A wart, especially one caused by a viral infection such as human papillomavirus (HPV).

“She had a verruga on her left hand that she got from playing with her brother when they were kids.”

2. noun

In Spanish-American Spanish, it refers to a type of potato dish, typically served as a side dish.

“The traditional Peruvian meal included a plate of boiled potatoes and a side of verruga.”

3. noun

In some Latin American countries, a verruga refers to a type of small, usually harmless growth on the skin.

“The doctor examined the verruga on the patient’s arm to determine if it was a sign of something more serious.”