Acne Definition & Meaning

acne
noun
  1. an inflammatory disease involving the sebaceous glands of the skin; characterized by papules or pustules or comedones

"Acne" in song lyrics

See how acne is used in real songs:

  • "fatter raps be bustin puss out your acne"
    Blackalicious — Trouble (Eve of Destruction)
  • "And your bloodshot eyes look like they got acne"
    Blueprint — Lo-Fi Funk
  • "Cause if you ain't real, I'm bringin it to your face like acne"
    Lord Finesse f/ KRS-One — No Gimmicks

Usage tips for "acne"

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