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wart
[wawrt]
noun
a small, often hard, abnormal elevation on the skin, usually caused by a papomavirus.
any small protuberance, as on the surface of certain plants, the skin of certain animals, etc.
any unattractive detrimental feature or aspect.
The biography presents the full story of the prime minister's political career, warts and all.
wart
/ ɔː /
noun
Also called: verruca.pathol any firm abnormal elevation of the skin caused by a virus
botany a small rounded outgrowth
with all blemishes evident
wart
A small growth on the skin caused by a virus, occurring typically on the hands or feet.
A similar growth on a plant, especially one caused by a fungal disease.
Other Word Forms
- warted adjective
- wartless adjective
- ˈɲˌ adjective
- ˈɲٲ adjective
- ˈɲٱ adjective
Word History and Origins
Origin of wart1
Word History and Origins
Origin of wart1
Example Sentences
A rarer strain captures what it looks like, at this moment, warts and all.
He believed people should be seen as they fully are, she said, “full human context, warts and all.”
So carefully observed are the head’s features that even a small wart marks the left cheek.
Not every docuseries is meant to show its subject’s warts, understand.
In men the warts will feel firm and raised, with a rough surface.
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