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excrescence
[ɪkˈskriːsəns]
noun
feminine
pl: excrescences
excrescência
1.
An abnormal or diseased growth or outgrowth on the body or a plant
The dermatologist removed the excrescence from the patient's skin.
O dermatologista removeu a excrescência da pele do paciente.
2.
Something that is considered an undesirable or unnatural addition; a disfiguring addition
The modern building was seen as an excrescence on the historic skyline.
O edifício moderno foi visto como uma excrescência na linha do horizonte histórica.
Synonyms
growth
outgrowth
protuberance
wart
tumor
abnormality
Antonyms
normalcy
standard
Regional Variations
General Brazilian
excrescência
Standard term used in medical and general contexts
São Paulo
excrescência
Common in medical terminology
Portugal
excrescência
Standard European Portuguese term
Related Idioms & Phrases
a blemish on
an eyesore
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