gangrene — localized death of body tissue due to lack of blood supply
Part of speech: NOUN
Definition: localized death of body tissue due to lack of blood supply
Pronunciation (IPA): /ˈɡæŋɡriːn/
Korean meaning: 혈액 공급 부족으로 인한 신체 조직의 괴사
Korean pronunciation: 갱-그린 (강세: 갱)
Example Sentences
- The zombie's gangrene was so advanced that even other zombies avoided him at parties.
- Early treatment is crucial to prevent gangrene from developing.
- The pirate captain's wooden leg was actually a fashion choice after gangrene took his real one.
gangrene
NOUN//ˈɡæŋɡriːn//
localized death of body tissue due to lack of blood supply
Tissue death from poor blood flow
The machine saves the marine from gangrene!
🎤Pronunciation
🌳Etymology
Origin
고대 그리스에서 '게를 먹는다'는 의미로 시작된 단어로, 괴사된 조직이 게처럼 갉아먹히는 모습에서 유래되었습니다.
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📝Examples
“The zombie's gangrene was so advanced that even other zombies avoided him at parties.”
“Early treatment is crucial to prevent gangrene from developing.”
“The pirate captain's wooden leg was actually a fashion choice after gangrene took his real one.”
“Diabetes patients must monitor their feet carefully to avoid gangrene.”
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