myxoid
/ˈmɪksɔɪd/Definitions
1. adjective
Resembling myxoma, a type of soft tissue tumor, typically having a gelatinous or mucoid appearance; characterized by a loose network of fibroblasts and mucopolysaccharides.
“The pathologist examined the biopsy sample and noted that the myxoid tissue was highly suggestive of a myxoma.”
2. noun
A myxoid tissue or substance, especially one resembling a myxoma.
“The researcher studied the properties of the myxoid material extracted from the tumor.”