blister
noun
Pronunciation: /ˈblɪstər/
Definition
A small pocket of fluid on the skin, usually caused by friction or burning.
Examples
The rough seam on the glove caused a blister on his palm.
He had a large blister on his foot after the long hike.
The burn left a red mark and a small blister.
How to Use blister
- blister on [body part] (prepositional phrase)
- Indicates where the blister is located on the body. — "He developed a blister on his thumb from using the hammer."
- blister pack (collocation)
- A type of packaging for small items, consisting of a plastic bubble sealed to a cardboard backing. — "Batteries are often sold in blister packs."
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