carbuncle

• Substantiv mit zwei Bedeutungen: ein tiefroter, cabochonartig geschliffener Granat ohne Facetten oder eine Infektion, die größer als ein Furunkel ist und mehrere Öffnungen zur Eiterabsonderung hat.

A noun with two distinct meanings: a deep-red cabochon garnet cut without facets, or an infection larger than a boil with several openings for discharge of pus.

1. Deep-red gemstoneC1formal

   A deep-red cabochon-cut garnet, typically polished without facets.

   Karunkelstein

   • The antique brooch was set with a large carbuncle.
   • He admired the deep, rich color of the carbuncle in the ring.
   • Carbuncles were popular in Victorian jewelry.

2. Skin infectionB2formalmedical

   A severe skin abscess, larger than a boil, with multiple openings for pus drainage.

   Karbunkel

   • The patient was treated for a painful carbuncle on his neck.
   • Carbuncles often require antibiotics and sometimes surgical drainage.
   • Poor hygiene can increase the risk of developing a carbuncle.

   Synonymeabscessboilfuruncle