lesions
word · lemma: lesion
Definition
Areas of damaged or abnormal tissue, often used to describe injuries or diseased parts of the body.
Usage & Nuances
Most often used in medical or scientific contexts. Usually refers to visible or detectable changes in tissue due to injury, infection, or disease. Common expressions include 'skin lesions,' 'brain lesions,' or 'open lesions.' Not typically used for minor cuts or bruises.
Spanish: lesionesPortuguese (BR): lesõesPortuguese (PT): lesõesChinese (Simplified): 损伤 - 病变Chinese (Traditional): 損傷 - 病變Hindi: घावArabic: آفاتBengali: ক্ষত - ক্ষতের অংশRussian: поражения - повреждения (ткани)Japanese: 病変Vietnamese: tổn thươngKorean: 병변Turkish: lezyonUrdu: زخم - جراحت (پھوڑا، پھٹنے والا حصہ)Indonesian: lesi
Example Sentences
The doctor found several lesions on her skin.
basic
Lesions may be caused by infections.
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Brain scans showed small lesions.
basic
He was worried because the lesions weren’t healing as fast as expected.
natural
Some lesions are easy to treat, but others can be more serious.
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The report mentioned several types of lesions found during the examination.
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