Bubo
/ˈbjuːbəʊ/
Definition 1 of 1
Pro Tip 1/3Medical Context
Used mainly in medical or health-related discussions, often describing symptoms of certain diseases. 
The presence of a bubo can indicate an infection like the plague.
Pro Tip 2/3Severity Indicator
Implies a serious infection requiring medical attention, not a common mild swelling. 
When the bubo became enlarged, the patient was rushed to the hospital.
Pro Tip 3/3Specific Locations
Typically associated with certain body areas such as the groin, armpit, or neck. 
The nurse checked for buboes in the patient's armpits and neck.