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SPHACELUS Synonyms

There are 4 synonyms of the word sphacelus. (exact relations)
There are 2 hypernyms of the word sphacelus. (close relations)

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gangrene
nounn
noun

• necrotic tissue; a mortified or gangrenous part or mass

• the localized death of living cells (as from infection or the interruption of blood supply)

verb

• undergo necrosis

necrosis
nounn
noun

• the localized death of living cells (as from infection or the interruption of blood supply)

mortification
nounn
noun

• strong feelings of embarrassment

• the localized death of living cells (as from infection or the interruption of blood supply)

• an instance in which you are caused to lose your prestige or self-respect

• (Christianity) the act of mortifying the lusts of the flesh by self-denial and privation (especially by bodily pain or discomfort inflicted on yourself)

slough
verb, nounv, n
noun

• a hollow filled with mud

• necrotic tissue; a mortified or gangrenous part or mass

• any outer covering that can be shed or cast off (such as the cast-off skin of a snake)

• a stagnant swamp (especially as part of a bayou)

verb

• cast off hair, skin, horn, or feathers

Best Hypernyms For SPHACELUS

Here is a list of related hypernyms for sphacelus, these are close relations that fall within the same topic. Most relevant words are highlighted and in order.
Words (2)
death pathology

Alternatives for GANGRENE

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