morphew
morphew · morphews
A blemish or mark on the skin, especially a blister caused by scurvyA blemish or mark on the skin, especially a blister caused by scurvy.
/ˈmɔːrfjuː/
Meaning
1 sensesA blemish or mark on the skin, especially a blister caused by scurvy.
Origin
From Medieval Latin morphea, perhaps from Ancient Greek μορφή (morphḗ, “form, shape”). DouFrom Medieval Latin morphea, perhaps from Ancient Greek μορφή (morphḗ, “form, shape”). Doublet of morphea.
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