单词	chilblain
释义	chilblain /ˈtʃɪlbleɪn / noun A painful, itching swelling on a hand or foot, caused by poor circulation in the skin when exposed to cold.As a cream or ointment, it can be applied directly to bruises, sprains, strains, chilblains or painful varicose veins - but only on unbroken skin.... He carried on working to the end - dressed in the high starched collar and cravat of his youth and dispensing old-fashioned remedies, medicines, and cures which he prepared himself, for ailments as diverse as bronchitis and chilblains. To prevent chilblains, avoid exposure to cold. Derivatives chilblained adjective ... With Spartan fortitude he had to squeeze his chilblained feet into wet socks and soggy boots frozen solid. Consequently, this will result in chilblained or frostbitten hands, feet, and ears. Just ask the chilblained citizens of Minnesota. Origin Mid 16th century: from chill + blain.
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