blackhead

UK
/ˈblæk.hɛd/
US
/ˈblæk.hɛd/

Translations

blackheadnoun
blackheads
pl
UK
/ˈblæk.hɛd/
US
/ˈblæk.hɛd/
She used a special cream to remove the blackhead from her nose.
Она использовала специальный крем, чтобы удалить угорь с носа.
Additional translations
черная точка
Synonyms
pore clog
skin blemish
blackheadadjective
UK
/ˈblækˌhɛd/
US
/ˈblækˌhɛd/
Used attributively in product names and descriptions (e.g., "blackhead remover").

Definitions

blackheadnoun
A small plug of sebum blocking the duct of a sebaceous gland, especially on the face, which is darkened by oxidation.
She used a facial scrub to help remove the blackheads from her nose.
An infectious disease (histomoniasis) that chiefly affects turkeys and other poultry, caused by the protozoan Histomonas meleagridis.
Outbreaks of blackhead can decimate a turkey flock if not treated promptly.
blackheadadjective
Designed for treating or removing blackheads.
She bought a blackhead removal strip to clear her pores.