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| ro·sa·ce·a [ rō záyshee ə ] |
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skin disease of face: a recurring inflammatory disorder of the skin of the nose, cheeks, and forehead that is characterized by swelling, dilation of capillaries, pimples, and a reddened appearance
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| [Late 19th century. < modern Latin (acne) rosacea "rose-colored (acne)" < form of Latin rosaceus< rosa (see rose1)] |
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