Definitions
There is 1 meaning of the word
Necrosis.
Necrosis - as a noun
The localized death of living cells (as from infection or the interruption of blood supply)
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
gangrene10mortification20sphacelus16Hypernyms (Closely Related)
death9Hyponyms (Broadly Related)
Example Sentences
"Cell death due to necrosis is often associated with inflammation."
"The doctor diagnosed the patient with ischemic necrosis in his leg."
"The tissue showed signs of necrosis after the surgery."
"The snake venom caused necrosis in the victim's skin."
"Untreated infections can result in tissue necrosis."
Word Game Points
Is NECROSIS a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, necrosis is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
NECROSIS has a SCRABBLE points total of 10.
Is NECROSIS a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, necrosis is valid for Words With Friends
Valid WordNECROSIS has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 12.
Is NECROSIS a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, necrosis is valid for WordFeud
Valid WordNECROSIS has a WORDFEUD points total of 11.
