chilblained

An archaic adjective describing someone affected by chilblains (painful, itchy swellings on the skin caused by cold).

• 🇵🇹Adjetivo antigo que descreve alguém que sofre de frieiras (inchaços dolorosos e pruriginosos na pele causados pelo frio).

1. Affected by chilblains C1 formal medical

   Having painful, itchy, red or purple swellings on the skin, typically on the hands or feet, caused by exposure to cold and damp conditions.

   • Her chilblained fingers were sore after the long walk in the snow.
   • The doctor examined his chilblained toes and recommended warm socks.
   • In winter, chilblained skin can become very uncomfortable.

   🇵🇹Acometido por frieiras