necro

/ˈnɛkroʊ, ˈnɛkrəʊ/

Definitions

1. noun

a part or organ that has died or become necrotic, especially in a wound.

“The doctor examined the necro that had developed on the patient’s foot.”

2. prefix

relating to death or decay, especially of tissue.

“necrobiotic processes in the body”

3. adjective

relating to death or decay, especially of tissue.

“necrotic cells in the infected tissue”

Synonyms

  • decomposing
  • mort

Antonyms

  • healthy
  • vital