carbuncled

• Adjetivo anticuado que describe algo cubierto de carbunclos (piedras preciosas) o que se asemeja a ellos, o bien que tiene ántrax o abscesos purulentos.

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.

   que padece un ántrax

   • 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.

   Sinónimoscarbuncular

2. Set with carbuncles (gemstones)C2formal

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

   engastado con carbunclos

   • 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.