Definition of wheal Wheal

wheal

We found 9 definitions of wheal from 5 different sources.

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Noun
wheal - a raised mark on the skin (as produced by the blow of a whip); characteristic of many allergic reactions
		wale, welt, weal
		trauma, harm, hurt, injury an emotional wound or shock often having long-lasting effects

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wheal (Noun)
A small raised swelling on the skin, often itchy, caused by a blow from a whip or an insect bite etc.
wheal (Noun)
A mine.

Webster DictionaryWebster's Unabridged Dictionary 📘

wheal (n.)
A pustule; a whelk.
wheal (n.)
A more or less elongated mark raised by a stroke; also, a similar mark made by any cause; a weal; a wale.
wheal (n.)
Specifically (Med.), a flat, burning or itching eminence on the skin, such as is produced by a mosquito bite, or in urticaria.
wheal (n.)
A mine.

OmegaWiki DictionaryOmegaWiki Dictionary Ω

wheal
A firm, elevated, rounded or flat topped plaque or swelling of the skin, generally pale red.

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wheal, noun, singular of wheals.

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