papular

adjective

pap·​u·​lar ˈpa-pyə-lər How to pronounce papular (audio)
: consisting of or characterized by papules

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Two days later, several papular skin lesions emerged on his trunk, extremities, and head. — Bruce Y. Lee, Forbes, 16 June 2022 Infection causes a typically mild skin infection of week-long duration that is characterized by a hallmark itchy papular rash, a fever, and a small dose of hardship. — Rebecca Kreston, Discover Magazine, 1 Oct. 2016 Some common types of allergies in babies include eczema, papular urticaria, hives, food allergies, seasonal allergies, indoor allergies, and pet allergies. — Laura Dorwart, Verywell Health, 7 Jan. 2025

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First Known Use

circa 1820, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of papular was circa 1820

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papular

adjective
pap·​u·​lar ˈpap-yə-lər How to pronounce papular (audio)
: consisting of or characterized by papules
a papular rash
papular lesions
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