- furuncle (n.)
[furuncle 词源字典]
- "a boil, circumscribed inflammation on the skin," 1670s, from Latin furunculus, "a boil, burning sore," also "petty thief, pilferer," diminutive of fur "thief" (see furtive). Related: Furuncular; furunculous.[furuncle etymology, furuncle origin, 英语词源]