Pus

Pro Tip 1/3

Medical Condition

Pus indicates a body's reaction to infection. It's a medical term and shows something's wrong.

When I saw pus in the bandage, I knew it was time to see a doctor.

Pro Tip 2/3

Avoid in Food

Never use 'pus' to describe food; it suggests contamination and can cause disgust.

Avoid saying the cheese looks like pus; it's very off-putting.

Pro Tip 3/3

Context Sensitive

Use 'pus' mainly in medical or health contexts; elsewhere, it can be inappropriate or graphic.

Discussing pus during a meal can be seen as bad manners.