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)
bulge8bump10extrusion16gibbosity17gibbousness16jut10prominence16protrusion12protuberance18swelling12Hypernyms (Closely Related)
projection21Hyponyms (Broadly Related)
(pathology) an abnormal outgrowth or enlargement of some part of the body
Hypernyms (Closely Related)
appendage15outgrowth16process11growth13Hyponyms (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."
Word Game Points
Is EXCRESCENCE a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, excrescence is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
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 WordEXCRESCENCE has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 28.
Is EXCRESCENCE a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, excrescence is valid for WordFeud
Valid WordEXCRESCENCE has a WORDFEUD points total of 23.
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