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necrotizing

/ˌnɛkrəˈtaɪzɪŋ/ adjective · British & US
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What does necrotizing mean?

adjective

Causing or tending to cause necrosis, especially of tissue, due to infection or injury.

Example

"The necrotizing infection spread rapidly through the wound, requiring immediate medical attention."

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