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The correct spelling is fester.

How to pronounce fester

/ˈfɛstə(ɹ)/
noun

IPA: /ˈfɛstə(ɹ)/

Say it like: Fes-ter

The correct spelling is fester. A fistula. For example: "Deal with the problem immediately; do not let it fester."

Usage Examples

Deal with the problem immediately; do not let it fester.

Meanings

noun

  1. 1.A fistula.
  2. 2.A sore or an ulcer of the skin.
  3. 3.The condition of something that festers; a festering; a festerment.

verb

  1. 1.To become septic; to become rotten.
  2. 2.To worsen, especially due to lack of attention.
  3. 3.To cause to fester or rankle.

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