1. pain and redness in a part of the body, especially because of infection or because a muscle has been used too much
   • ● an ointment to reduce soreness and swelling

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2. soreness (at something) (informal, especially North American English) the feeling of being upset and angry, especially because you have been treated unfairly Synonym : annoyance (1)
   • ● Their soreness at not being included was apparent.

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