hordeolum
/hɔːrˈdiːələm/
noun
- A small, painful lump on the eyelid caused by an infected oil gland; also called a stye.
- She woke up with a red, tender hordeolum on her lower eyelid.
- A hordeolum usually looks like a pimple and can be uncomfortable.
- The pharmacist recommended an antibiotic ointment for the hordeolum.
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