dermoidal

/dɜːrmɔɪdəl/

Definitions

1. adjective

relating to or resembling a dermoid cyst, especially in having a structure that resembles that of an embryo, such as teeth, hair, or bone.

“The dermoidal cyst in the infant’s abdomen contained hair and teeth.”

2. noun

a dermoid cyst.

“The dermoidal tumor was removed surgically.”

Synonyms

  • embryonic
  • fetal

Antonyms

  • adult
  • mature