Pimple \Pim"ple\, n. [AS. p[=i]pelian to blister; cf. L. papula pimple.]

1. (Med.) Any small acuminated elevation of the cuticle, whether going on to suppuration or not. ``All eyes can see a pimple on her nose.'' --Pope.

2. Fig.: A swelling or protuberance like a pimple. ``A pimple that portends a future sprout.'' --Cowper.

Source: Webster's Revised Unabridged Dictionary (1913)