fibrosis
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Noun — The buildup of excess fibrous tissue in an organ, often as a result of injury or disease.
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Etymology
From fibro- ("fiber") plus the medical suffix -osis, meaning a diseased condition.
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What does “fibrosis” mean?
The word “fibrosis” means the buildup of excess fibrous tissue in an organ, often as a result of injury or disease. In plain terms, a medical condition where scar-like fibrous tissue builds up in an organ.
How do you pronounce “fibrosis”?
“Fibrosis” is pronounced feye-BROH-sihs (/faɪˈbɹoʊsɪs/ in IPA).
How do you use “fibrosis” in a sentence?
Here is “fibrosis” used in a sentence: “Years of heavy drinking can lead to fibrosis of the liver.”
What part of speech is “fibrosis”?
“Fibrosis” is a noun.
Is “fibrosis” a common word?
“Fibrosis” is an uncommon word in modern English.