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pur·pu·ra

n :  any of several hemorrhagic states characterized by patches of purplish discoloration resulting from extravasation of blood into the skin and mucous membranes - see THROMBOCYTOPENIC PURPURA  .
 
 
 
Similar sounding terms:  pre·pare  propria 

 
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