Necrosis Definition

necrosis
noun
  1. the localized death of living cells (as from infection or the interruption of blood supply)

"Necrosis" in song lyrics

See how necrosis is used in real songs:

  • "osteoradial necrosis"
    AOL — AOL
  • "natural cures avascular necrosis"
    AOL — AOL
  • "cancer and necrosis"
    AOL — AOL

Usage tips for "necrosis"

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