bubo
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noun \ˈbyü-(ˌ)bō, ˈbü-\ plural buboes
Definition of BUBO
: an inflammatory swelling of a lymph gland especially in the groin
— bu·bon·ic \byü-ˈbä-nik, bü-\ adjective
See Origin of BUBO
Medieval Latin bubon-, bubo, from Greek boubōn
First Known Use: 14th century
bu·bo
noun \ˈb(y)ü-(ˌ)bō\ (Medical Dictionary)plural ; buboes
Medical Definition of BUBO
: an inflammatory swelling of a lymph node especially in the groin
—bu·bon·ic \b(y)ü-ˈbän-ik\ (audio pronunciation) adjective
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