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Herniates.
Herniates - as a verb
Of a tissue, structure, or part of an organ: to protrude through the muscular tissue or the membrane by which it is normally contained, causing a hernia.
Example: "When small bowel herniates into the groin, one has an inguinal hernia."
Example Sentences
"The bulging disc herniates and presses against the nerve roots."
"When the pressure builds up, the weakened area of the blood vessel herniates."
"As the tumor grows larger, it herniates into nearby tissues."
"The disc herniates, causing severe pain."
"When the disc herniates, it can press against the nerves."
Word Game Points
Is HERNIATES a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, herniates is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
HERNIATES has a SCRABBLE points total of 12.
Is HERNIATES a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, herniates is valid for Words With Friends
Valid WordHERNIATES has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 12.
Is HERNIATES a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, herniates is valid for WordFeud
Valid WordHERNIATES has a WORDFEUD points total of 12.
