GANGRENE
(noun, verb)Definitions
There are 3 meanings of the word
Gangrene.
Gangrene - as a noun
Necrotic tissue; a mortified or gangrenous part or mass
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
slough10sphacelus16Hypernyms (Closely Related)
pathology18Hyponyms (Broadly Related)
The localized death of living cells (as from infection or the interruption of blood supply)
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
mortification20necrosis10sphacelus16Hypernyms (Closely Related)
death9Hyponyms (Broadly Related)
Gangrene - as a verb
Undergo necrosis
Example: "The tissue around the wound necrosed"
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
mortify15necrose9sphacelate17Example Sentences
"The doctor had to amputate his leg due to severe gangrene."
"The patient was diagnosed with gangrene in his foot."
"Untreated wounds can lead to the development of gangrene."
"The gangrene had spread rapidly, causing extensive tissue damage."
"Symptoms of gangrene include discoloration and a foul odor."
Word Game Points
Is GANGRENE a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, gangrene is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
GANGRENE has a SCRABBLE points total of 10.
Is GANGRENE a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, gangrene is valid for Words With Friends
Valid WordGANGRENE has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 14.
Is GANGRENE a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, gangrene is valid for WordFeud
Valid WordGANGRENE has a WORDFEUD points total of 12.
