Meaning of the word tubercular in English

What does tubercular mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.

tubercular

US /tuːˈbɝː.kjə.lɚ/

UK /tʃuːˈbɜː.kjə.lər/

relating to or affected with tuberculosis

Example:

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The patient was diagnosed with tubercular meningitis.

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She suffered from a chronic tubercular infection.

Synonym:

tuberculous consumptive

having or resembling a tubercle or tuber

Example:

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The plant's roots were thick and tubercular.

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The skin lesion had a small, tubercular appearance.

Synonym:

nodular tuberous