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Purpuric

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pur·pu·ra  (pûrp-r, -py-)
n.
A condition characterized by hemorrhages in the skin and mucous membranes that result in the appearance of purplish spots or patches.

[Latin, purple; see purple.]

pur·puric (-pyrk) adj.


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