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Word of the Day Wednesday, June 10, 2026

necrose

/nɛkˈroʊs/ verb · British & US
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What does necrose mean?

verb

to cause or undergo necrosis, especially of a part of the body, such as a limb, due to a lack of blood supply.

Example

"The doctor warned that if the wound did not receive proper treatment, it would necrose and require amputation."

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