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Definition of chiropompholyx

chiropompholyx

/ˌkaɪ.roʊˈpɒm.fə.lɪks/
chi · ro · pom · pho · lyx
Plural:chiropompholyces
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chiropompholyx Lexical Profile

• noun

1

A skin condition characterized by the sudden development of intensely itchy, fluid-filled blisters on the palms of the hands and the sides of the fingers.

Example

"The dermatologist diagnosed the patient's recurrent hand rash as chiropompholyx and prescribed a high-strength topical corticosteroid to reduce the inflammation."

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• Rhymes for chiropompholyx

• Nearby Words

chippewa
chippy
chipset
chiropompholyx
chiropractic
chiropractor
chirp

Word Origin & Etymology

Derived from the Greek words 'cheir' (hand) and 'pompholyx' (bubble or blister), coined in the late 19th century to describe the characteristic eruptions on the skin.

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Historical frequency of usage in published text.

180019102020
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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Chiropompholyx. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 10, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/chiropompholyx
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