Amper

Alternative forms

• ampor, nanberry, anbury, anberry, ambury

Origin

From Middle English ampre, from Old English ampre ("a dilated vein, varix, tumour, swelling", also "dock, sorrel"). Related to aber.

Full definition of amper

Noun

1. A tumour, often accompanied by inflammation; pustule; varicose vein; pus; atter.
2. A defect or flaw, especially in cloth.

Derived terms

• ampered
• ampery