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Word of the Day Tuesday, June 9, 2026

thrombus

/θrɒmbəs/ noun · British & US
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What does thrombus mean?

noun

A blood clot that forms within a blood vessel, typically as a result of injury or inflammation. A thrombus can be life-threatening if it breaks loose and travels to the lungs or brain.

Example

"The doctor ordered a CT scan to check for a thrombus in the patient's leg."

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