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carbuncled

/ˈkɑː.bʌŋ.kəld/

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adjective

/ˈkɑː.bʌŋ.kəld/formalobsolete
  • ruУстаревшее прилагательное, описывающее что-то, покрытое карбункулами (драгоценными камнями) или напоминающее их, либо имеющее нарывы (гнойники).

An archaic adjective describing something that is covered in or resembles a carbuncle (a type of gemstone or a severe skin abscess).

  1. Afflicted with a carbuncleC2formal

    Having a painful, pus-filled skin infection (a carbuncle) or resembling such a condition.

    ruПоражённый карбункулом

    • The patient's back was carbuncled and required medical attention.
    • His carbuncled skin was red and swollen.
    • The old man's carbuncled face showed signs of a severe infection.

    Synonymscarbuncular

  2. Set with carbuncles (gemstones)C2formal

    Decorated or adorned with carbuncles, which are deep red gemstones (often garnets).

    ruУкрашенный карбункулами

    • The ancient crown was carbuncled with precious red stones.
    • Her necklace was carbuncled, sparkling with deep red gems.
    • The sword's hilt was carbuncled, a sign of great wealth.
Forms
  • more carbuncled comparative form
  • most carbuncled superlative form