"waxing kernel" meaning in English

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Noun

Forms: waxing kernels [plural]
Etymology: See wax (“to grow”); so called because supposed to be caused by growth of the body. Etymology templates: {{m|en|wax||to grow}} wax (“to grow”) Head templates: {{en-noun}} waxing kernel (plural waxing kernels)
  1. (medicine, obsolete) A small tumour formed by the enlargement of the lymphatic glands, especially in the groins of children. Tags: obsolete Categories (topical): Medicine
    Sense id: en-waxing_kernel-en-noun-08l35iJ7 Categories (other): English entries with incorrect language header Topics: medicine, sciences

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