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Definition of blistery

blistery

/ˈblɪs.tɚ.i/
blis · ter · y
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• adjective

1

Characterized by, covered with, or resembling blisters; having small fluid-filled or air-filled swellings on the skin or a surface.

Example

"After hiking twenty miles in stiff new boots, the mountaineer soaked his sore, blistery feet in cool water."

2

Extremely or painfully hot; capable of causing blisters from intense heat or sunlight.

Example

"The field crew worked under the blistery August sun to finish harvesting the wheat before nightfall."

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Word Nuance & Usage

Do not confuse 'blistery' (covered with blisters or scorching hot) with 'blustery' (characterized by strong, gusty winds).

• Rhymes for blistery

• Nearby Words

blister
blistering
blisteringly
blistery
blithe
blithely
blithering

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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Blistery. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/blistery
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