# wart

/ˈwɔɹt/ (US) · /wˈɔːt/ (UK) · CEFR C2 · Noun

Source: https://englishreference.com/word/wart
Updated: 2026-05-27

## Definition

a small, ugly bump on your skin that is usually caused by a virus. It can be painful if you press on it.

For teachers: a small, rough, raised growth on the skin, typically caused by a human papillomavirus (HPV). Often found on the hands or feet and may be painful when pressed.

## Examples

- She has a small wart on her thumb.
- The doctor used a special cream to remove the wart on his patient's heel.
- While most warts are harmless and eventually disappear on their own, some can be quite persistent and require medical intervention to prevent the virus from spreading to other parts of the body.

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