noun
sphacelus
Sphacelus (noun) means a part of the body affected by gangrene.
noun
1
A part of the body affected by gangrene.
2
Dead tissue caused by gangrene, or the process of gangrene itself.
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Etymology
Taken from Ancient Greek σφάκελος (sphákelos).
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What is the meaning of sphacelus?
"sphacelus" (noun) means a part of the body affected by gangrene.
What is another word for sphacelus?
Other words for "sphacelus" include slough, necrosis, mortification, gangrene.
What are the different meanings of sphacelus?
"sphacelus" has 2 main meanings: 1. A part of the body affected by gangrene; 2. Dead tissue caused by gangrene, or the process of gangrene itself.
