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Unwanted Outgrowth Crossword Clue
There is 1 exact and 142 possible answers.
We've checked our database and believe the answer is
EXCRESCENCE which was last seen in the The Guardian Quick crossword.
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We think the answer to this crossword clue is:
EXCRESCENCE
Updated: October 13, 2023 by Nicoli Westwood
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About This Clues Answer
We think the answer is "EXCRESCENCE" which means:
- noun
- • Something that bulges out or is protuberant or projects from its surroundings
- • (pathology) an abnormal outgrowth or enlargement of some part of the body
An example sentence would be:
- • "The tumor was a grotesque excrescence on the otherwise healthy apple."
- • "The architectural design included an unnecessary excrescence that detracted from the overall beauty of the building."
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| Source | #Number | Answer |
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| The Guardian Quick30 Jan 2008 | Down 6 | |
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