fibroid
adjective
resembling fiber or fibrous tissue.
fibroids
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pluralof fibroid.plural
The grammatical form denoting more than one person, place, thing, or idea.
Example Sentences
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Drugs often have more than one application, and Brandi said continuous research is needed not just for abortion and miscarriage care, but to better treat a gamut of health issues such as uterine fibroids.
From Barron's ● May 10, 2026
Doctors routinely prescribe them for miscarriage management, endometriosis, fibroids, complications from Cushing’s disease and other serious reproductive health conditions, where they can prevent infection or reduce severe pain.
From Salon ● May 2, 2026
Williams, 45, had every right to be giddy after a successful return to the court following a 16-month hiatus, during which she underwent a medical procedure to remove fibroids from her uterus last July.
From Los Angeles Times ● Jul. 22, 2025
There should be more ways to provide relief to people who have heavy periods and pain, whether it’s from fibroids, PCOS, or endometriosis, diseases that doctors have known about for over 90 years.
From Slate ● Jul. 15, 2025
In the uterus, which is the most common situation, these tumours contain a considerable admixture of fibrous tissue, and are known as fibroids or fibro-myomas.
From Manual of Surgery Volume First: General Surgery. Sixth Edition. by Alexis Thomson
