cicatrix
ci·ca·trix
cicatrix · cicatrixes · cicatrices
A scar that remains after the development of new tissue over a recovering wound or soreA scar that remains after the development of new tissue over a recovering wound or sore (also used figuratively).
/ˈsɪ.kəˌtɹɪks/
Meaning
1 sensesA scar that remains after the development of new tissue over a recovering wound or sore (also used figuratively).
More definitions
- a mark left (usually on the skin) by the healing of injured tissue
Translations
1 languagesOrigin
Borrowed from Latin cicatrix.Borrowed from Latin cicatrix.
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Forms
plural: cicatrixes / cicatrices| Singular | cicatrix |
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regular
Synonyms
2 synonymsWord family
3 related wordsDerivedcicatricial