Vocabulary Entry

pus

|noun • verb

noun

A thick fluid produced in infected tissue, consisting of dead cells and bacteria.

Example Sentences

"The doctor examined the wound and noted it was producing pus."

"After the surgery, there was some pus at the incision site."

"The infection caused pus to form, indicating a need for treatment."

verb

Example Sentences

"The sore began to pus after a few days."

"If the cut continues to pus, it may require medical attention."

"Infected wounds can pus, making healing more difficult."