ganglion

[ˈɡæŋɡliən]

Definitions

1. noun

a swelling or mass of tissue, especially a collection of nerve cells or connective tissue, often forming at the point of injury or in a joint.

“The doctor examined the lump on her wrist and determined it was a ganglion, which would resolve on its own.”

Synonyms

  • mass
  • swelling
  • tumor

Antonyms

  • cavity
  • depression