Wen

wɛn

Meaning & Definition

noun

A benign tumor or cyst filled with keratin, often found on the skin.

The doctor examined the wen on my arm and assured me it was harmless.

A growth or swelling on the skin, often resembling a pimple.

She had a wen removed from her neck during the outpatient procedure.

A sebaceous cyst that can occur in various body locations.

After finding a wen on her forehead, she decided to consult a dermatologist.

A term used in older literature to refer to such growths.

In the story, the character suffered from a wen that troubled him greatly.

Middle English, from Old English 'wæn', meaning a swelling or tumor.

wen removal

The surgical procedure to remove a wen from the skin.

lipoma vs wen

Distinguishing between a benign lipoma and a wen.

lipoma

A benign tumor of fatty tissue.

cyst

A closed sac-like structure containing fluid or semi-solid material.

None commonly recognized.