Bleb

Pronunciation: /blɛb/

Definitions of bleb

noun a small rounded mass of cells

Example Sentences

A1 The soap bubble formed a small bleb on the surface of the water.

A2 The doctor noticed a bleb on the patient's skin and decided to investigate further.

B1 The scientist observed a bleb forming on the cell membrane during the experiment.

B2 The artist painted a beautiful bleb on the canvas, adding a unique touch to the artwork.

C1 The bleb in the data analysis indicated a potential error that needed to be addressed.

C2 The bleb in the software code was causing unexpected glitches in the system, requiring immediate debugging.

Examples of bleb in a Sentence

formal The bleb on the surface of the cell was carefully examined under the microscope.

informal I noticed a tiny bleb on the edge of the balloon.

slang That bleb on your shirt looks like a stain.

figurative The artist added a bleb of color to the painting to create contrast.

Grammatical Forms of bleb

• plural: blebs
• present tense: bleb
• future tense: will bleb
• perfect tense: have blebbed
• continuous tense: is blebbing
• singular: bleb
• positive degree: more bleb
• infinitive: to bleb
• gerund: blebbing
• participle: blebbed

Origin and Evolution of bleb

First Known Use: 1250 year

Language of Origin: Middle English, Old Norse

Story behind the word: The word 'bleb' originated from Middle English, likely derived from Old Norse 'blebbja' meaning to bubble or blister.

Evolution of the word: Over time, 'bleb' has retained its basic meaning of a small bubble or blister, but it has also been adopted in medical terminology to refer to a small fluid-filled sac on the skin or mucous membrane.