Category:Pimple

Pim"ple, n. Etym: [as. pipelian to blister; cf. L. papula pimple.]

1. (med.)

Defn: any small acuminated elevation of the cuticle, whether going on To suppuration or not. "all eyes can see a pimple on her nose." Pope.

2. Fig.: A swelling or protuberance like a pimple. "a pimple that Portends a future sprout." Cowper.