Meanings
- pluralplural of chilblain
- usuallywith definite articleThe condition of having chilblains.
Though I had desired so much to see London, when I arrived in it I was unfortunately unable to gratify my curiosity; for I had at this time the chilblains to such a degree that I could not stand for several months, and I was obliged to be sent to St. George's Hospital.
1789, Olaudah Equiano, The Interesting Narrative of the Life of Olaudah Equiano
Synonyms & antonyms
nouninflammation of the hands and feet caused by exposure to cold and moisture
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chilblains. (n.d.). In WatkinsX Dictionary. Retrieved November 3, 2026, from https://dictionary.watkinsx.com/word/chilblains
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