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EXCRESCENCE

(noun)

Definitions

There are 2 meanings of the word Excrescence.

How to pronounce excrescence:

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Excrescence - as a noun

Something that bulges out or is protuberant or projects from its surroundings

Example: "The gun in his pocket made an obvious bulge"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
bulgebumpextrusiongibbositygibbousnessjutprominenceprotrusionprotuberanceswelling
Hypernyms (Closely Related)
projection
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)

(pathology) an abnormal outgrowth or enlargement of some part of the body

Hypernyms (Closely Related)
appendageoutgrowthprocessgrowth
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)

Example Sentences

"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."
"The growth on the tree was identified as a harmful excrescence and was promptly removed."
"The painting was marred by an unsightly excrescence of paint in the corner."
"The abnormal excrescence on the skin was a cause for concern and required medical attention."
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Word Game Points

Is EXCRESCENCE a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, excrescence is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
US/CA Valid UK/EU Valid

EXCRESCENCE has a SCRABBLE points total of 24.

Is EXCRESCENCE a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, excrescence is valid for Words With Friends
Valid Word
EXCRESCENCE has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 28.

Is EXCRESCENCE a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, excrescence is valid for WordFeud
Valid Word
EXCRESCENCE has a WORDFEUD points total of 23.

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