Gangrene

noun

/ˈɡaŋˌɡɹiːn/

Word Frequency: 1.0

Definitions

1.nounThe necrosis or rotting of flesh, usually caused by lack of blood supply.

"If gangrene sets in, we may have to amputate the foot."

2.nounA damaging or corrupting influence.

3.verbTo produce gangrene in.

4.verbTo be affected with gangrene.

5.verbTo corrupt; To cause to become degenerate.

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