Meaning & Definition of word "Pus"
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Pus
/pʌs/
noun:
- 1. A thick, yellowish or greenish opaque liquid produced in infected tissue, consisting of dead cells, bacteria, and tissue debris.
- Example: The doctor noted that the wound was discharging pus, indicating an infection.
- 2. A sign of infection, often associated with swelling and pain.
- Example: She was alarmed to see pus oozing from the cut on her finger.
- 3. A pathological product formed in the sites of inflammation, such as abscesses.
- Example: The vet explained that the pus in the dog's abscess needed to be drained.
Etymology
From Latin 'pus', meaning 'puss', related to 'pus' in the context of fluid.
Common Phrases and Expressions
pushing up daisies:
A euphemistic expression meaning deceased.
pushover:
A person who is easy to persuade or influence.
Related Words
suppuration:
The process of pus formation.
abscess:
A localized collection of pus in tissues.
Slang Meanings of pus
Meaning: Describing something unpleasant or distasteful.
Example Sentence: That movie was a total pus.
Meaning: A coward or someone who backs down easily.
Example Sentence: Don't be a pus, stand up for yourself!