🩹gangrene

noun
/ˈɡæŋ.ɡriːn/

Meaning

The death of body tissue due to lack of blood supply or infection.

Example Sentences

If untreated, the wound may lead to gangrene.

Synonyms

necrosis, tissue death, decay, mortification

Antonyms

healing, regeneration

Collocations

develop gangrene, risk of gangrene, treat gangrene

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