acanthoma

/əˈkænθəmə/

Definitions

1. noun

A type of benign skin tumor characterized by an overgrowth of acanthotic cells, often appearing as a small, firm papule or nodule.

“The dermatologist examined the patient’s skin and diagnosed an acanthoma.”

Synonyms

  • epithelioma
  • keratoma

Antonyms

  • carcinoma