ESCHAR

6 letters 11 Scrabble points /ˈɛskɑː/

Definition of ESCHAR

noun
  1. A superficial structure of dead tissue, usually hardened, commonly, but not necessarily dark, adhering to underlying living or necrotic tissue, caused by gangrene or a burn

  2. (loose or obsolete) Any hard, dark, commonly flattened or sunken lesion or crust, especially on a burn, abscess, infection, wound; commonly a coagulation of blood or exudations, not necessarily involving dead or necrotic tissue.

  3. (figurative or literary) The emotional imprint of a trauma such as grief, loss, or degradation

Source: Wiktionary

Word Details

Letters E S C H A R
Length 6 letters
Scrabble Score 11 points

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