APOSTEME

aposteme. Aposteme, n. a hallow and purulent swelling

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Ap″os‐teme (�), n. [[L. apostema, Gr. � the separation of corrupt matter into an ulcer, fr. � to stand off: cf. F. apostème. See Apostasy.]] (Med.) An abscess; a swelling filled with purulent matter. [Written corruptly imposthume.]