Purulent
(adjective)
Containing, producing, or discharging pus.
Origin:
Late 16th century: from latin purulentus, from purus "pure".
Examples:
- The wound was purulent and needed to be drained.
- The purulent discharge from the ear indicated an infection.
- The purulent material must be removed to prevent the spread of infection.
- The patient was diagnosed with a purulent infection and was given antibiotics.
- The purulent matter was removed during surgery, and the wound was cleaned thoroughly.