What does purulent mean?

adj. full of or producing pus, a thick liquid that forms around an infection

purulent

🇺🇸 /ˈpjʊrələnt/ 🇬🇧 /ˈpjʊərələnt/

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adjective

full of or producing pus, a thick liquid that forms around an infection

The doctor noticed a purulent discharge coming from the wound, indicating an infection.

full of or producing pus, a thick liquid that forms around an infection