Meaning of CHILBLAIN
| Pronunciation: | | 'chil`bleyn
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| | Definition: | | [n] inflammation of the hands and feet caused by exposure to cold and moisture |
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| | Synonyms: | | chilblains, pernio |
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| | See Also: | | blain, kibe | |
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\Chil"blain`\, n. [Chill + Blain.]
A blain, sore, or inflammatory swelling, produced by exposure
of the feet or hands to cold, and attended by itching, pain,
and sometimes ulceration.
\Chil"blain`\, v. t.
To produce chilblains upon.
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