Whelk (2)

Whelk, n. [OE. whelke, dim. of whele. See Wheal a pustule.]

1. A papule; a pustule; acne. “His whelks white.” Chaucer.

2. A stripe or mark; a ridge; a wale.

Chin whelk(Med.), sycosis. — Rosy whelk(Med.), grog blossom.