noma — meaning in English
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English meaning
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gangrene
noun The death and decay of body tissue, usually caused by a lost or blocked blood supply, or infection.
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noma
noun A severe gangrenous infection that destroys tissue, usually around the mouth and face.
Senses
noma is used for these senses in English:
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gangrene
The necrosis and rotting of flesh, usually caused by lack of blood supply.
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noma
(disease) A gangrenous disease of humans leading to tissue destruction of the face, especially the mouth and cheek.
gangrene — full definition
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noun The death and decay of body tissue, usually caused by a lost or blocked blood supply, or infection.
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noun Figuratively, a corrupting or destructive influence spreading through something.