Chilblain

Pronunciation

• IPA: ˈtʃɪlbleɪnz

Origin

chill + blain

Noun

1. An itchy purple red inflammation of the skin, especially of the hands, feet and ears. It occurs when capillaries below the skin are damaged by exposure to cold weather.

Synonyms

• erythema pernio
• pernio

Derived terms

• chilblained