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sphacelus

Sphacelus (noun) means a gangrenous part.

noun
1
A gangrenous part.
2
Gangrene or slough.
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Etymology

From Ancient Greek σφάκελος (sphákelos).

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What is the meaning of sphacelus?

"sphacelus" (noun) means a gangrenous part.

What are the different meanings of sphacelus?

"sphacelus" has 2 main meanings: 1. A gangrenous part; 2. Gangrene or slough.

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