Bump on the head, say? Crossword Clue

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(noun)
1. a small inflamed elevation of the skin; a pustule or papule; common symptom in acne

Hint 2: Clue Definitions

BUMP (verb)
1. come upon, as if by accident; meet with
2. knock against with force or violence
BUMP (noun)
1. an impact (as from a collision)
2. something that bulges out or is protuberant or projects from its surroundings
HEAD (noun)
1. (computer science) a tiny electromagnetic coil and metal pole used to write and read magnetic patterns on a disk
2. a person who is in charge
HEAD (verb)
1. be in charge of
2. be the first or leading member of (a group) and excel

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