necrosis
[ nuh-kroh-sis, ne- ]
/ nəˈkroʊ sɪs, nɛ- /
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noun
death of a circumscribed portion of animal or plant tissue.
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Origin of necrosis
OTHER WORDS FROM necrosis
ne·crot·ic [nuh-krot-ik, ne-], /nəˈkrɒt ɪk, nɛ-/, adjectiveWords nearby necrosis
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Example sentences from the Web for necrosis
I’ve had ultrasounds looking for unexplained swelling, and hip X-rays searching for signs of avascular necrosis—you know, outright pelvic bone death.
Did Thru-Hiking the Appalachian Trail Ruin My Body?|Grayson Haver Currin|January 25, 2021|Outside OnlineNecrosis of bone may be the result of any injury, such as severe blows, or pricks and stabs.
Diseases of the Horse's Foot|Harry Caulton ReeksNecrosis of the bones of the nose may take place, in which case the discharge becomes peculiarly offensive.
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British Dictionary definitions for necrosis
necrosis
/ (nɛˈkrəʊsɪs) /
noun
the death of one or more cells in the body, usually within a localized area, as from an interruption of the blood supply to that part
death of plant tissue due to disease, frost, etc
Derived forms of necrosis
necrotic (nɛˈkrɒtɪk), adjectiveWord Origin for necrosis
C17: New Latin from Greek nekrōsis, from nekroun to kill, from nekros corpse
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Medical definitions for necrosis
necrosis
[ nə-krō′sĭs ]
n. pl. ne•cro•ses (-sēz′)
Death of cells or tissues through injury or disease, especially in a localized area of the body.
Other words from necrosis
ne•crot′ic (-krŏt′ĭk) adj.The American Heritage® Stedman's Medical Dictionary
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Scientific definitions for necrosis
necrosis
[ nə-krō′sĭs ]
The death of cells or tissues from severe injury or disease, especially in a localized area of the body. Causes of necrosis include inadequate blood supply (as in infarcted tissue), bacterial infection, traumatic injury, and hyperthermia.
Other words from necrosis
necrotic adjective (nə-krŏt′ĭk)The American Heritage® Science Dictionary
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