lipomatous

/ˌlɪpəˈmeɪtəs/

Definitions

1. adjective

relating to or characterized by lipoma; consisting of or resembling fatty tissue

“The patient’s lipomatous growth was causing discomfort and needed to be surgically removed.”

2. noun

a tumor consisting of fat tissue

“The doctor examined the patient’s lipomatous mass to determine its cause and potential treatment options.”

Synonyms

  • adipose
  • fatty

Antonyms

  • fibrous
  • muscular