Perniosis

//ˌpɝniˈoʊsɪs// noun

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Definitions

Noun
  1. 1
    pernio (chilblain). countable, uncountable
  2. 2
    Any skin abnormality resulting from exposure to cold.

Synonyms

All synonyms
perniopernio

Etymology

From pernio + -osis.

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