n. A chalk-like concretion, consisting mainly of urate of sodium, found in those affected with gout; a tophus.
the GNU version of the Collaborative International Dictionary of English
n. A mass of chalk.
n. A chalklike concretion, consisting mainly of urate of sodium, found in and about the small joints, in the external ear, and in other situations, in those affected with gout; a tophus.
The Century Dictionary and Cyclopedia
n. In medicine, a concretion, for the most part of sodium urate, deposited in the tissues and joints, especially of the ears, hands, and feet, of persons affected with gout.
n. A lump of chalk.
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n. a deposit of urates around a joint or in the external ear; diagnostic of advanced or chronic gout
Word Usage
"Extrication required amputation — Mr. Ralston 's left-handed severing of his right forearm, which was pinned between a chalkstone boulder and the canyon wall."