steatomata

/stiːˌætəˈmeɪtə, stiːˌætəˈmɑːtə/

Definitions

1. noun

Benign growths of fatty tissue that occur under the skin, often in the armpits, neck, or groin.

“The doctor examined the patient’s skin and found a few steatomata in the armpits.”

2. noun

A type of benign skin growth that is composed of fatty tissue.

“The dermatologist removed several steatomata from the patient’s neck.”

Synonyms

  • adipomas
  • lipoomas

Antonyms

  • carcinomas
  • fibromas