Definition

A small, hard bump on the skin that is caused by a virus and often appears on the hands or feet.

Example

She had a wart on her finger that she wanted to remove.

Conversation

Have you ever had a wart on your hand?

Yeah, I had one when I was a kid; it was so annoying!

I read that they can be caused by a virus.

Exactly, but they usually go away on their own after a while.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

The word 'wart' originates from Old English 'wyrt', meaning a plant or herb, which later evolved to refer specifically to a small, hard growth on the skin. The term reflects the idea of a growth or bump, similar to how plants grow.

Memory Tip

Think of 'wyrt', which means a plant or growth, to remember that a 'wart' is a small growth on the skin.

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