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Definitions from WordNet

Noun wen has 1 sense
  1. sebaceous cyst, pilar cyst, wen, steatocystoma - a common cyst of the skin; filled with fatty matter (sebum) that is secreted by a sebaceous gland that has been blocked
    --1 is a kind of cyst
    --1 has particulars: chalazion, Meibomian cyst

Definitions from the Web

Wen

Definition:

A wen is a benign cyst that typically occurs on the skin or in internal organs, resulting in a small, slow-growing lump. It can also refer to a local or popular condition or feature.


Possible Parts of Speech:

  • Noun

Senses and Usages:

Sense 1:

(Noun) A benign cyst that typically occurs on the skin or in internal organs, resulting in a small, slow-growing lump.


Example Sentences:
  • She noticed a wen on her arm and decided to have it examined by a dermatologist.
  • The surgeon successfully removed the wen from the patient's kidney.

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Sense 2:

(Noun) A local or popular condition or feature.


Example Sentences:
  • The city's iconic landmark has become a symbol of pride for the locals.
  • During the parade, the streets were decorated with colorful banners and other wens.

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