scirrhoma

/sɪrˈroʊmə/

Definitions

1. noun

A type of fibrous tumor, usually benign, composed of dense, fibrous tissue.

“The doctor ordered a biopsy to examine the scirrhoma on the patient’s neck.”

2. noun

A condition characterized by a hardening of tissue, often due to inflammation or scarring.

“The patient was diagnosed with scirrhoma in her breast, requiring immediate treatment.”

Synonyms

  • fibroma
  • fibrosis

Antonyms

  • atrophy
  • degeneration