Pim"ple (?), n. [AS. pipelian to blister; cf. L. papula pimple.]
1. Med.
Any small acuminated elevation of the cuticle, whether going on to suppuration or not.
"All eyes can see a
pimple on her nose."
Pope.
2.
Fig.: A swelling or protuberance like a pimple.
"A
pimple that portends a future sprout."
Cowper.
© Webster 1913.