naevus

US nevus

/ (ˈniːvəs) /


nounplural -vi (-vaɪ)
  1. any congenital growth or pigmented blemish on the skin; birthmark or mole

Origin of naevus

1
C19: from Latin; related to (g) natus born, produced by nature

Derived forms of naevus

  • naevoid or US nevoid, adjective

Words Nearby naevus

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