n.
[NL., fr. Gr. xanqo`s yellow.]
(Med.) The yellow discoloration often observed in cancerous tumors.
xanthosis
| Dictionary: Xan·tho·sis |
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| Medical Dictionary: xan·tho·sis |
(zăn-thō'sĭs)
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A yellowish discoloration of degenerating tissues, especially seen in malignant neoplasms.
| Veterinary Dictionary: xanthosis |
Yellowish discoloration; degeneration with yellowish pigmentation.
| Word Tutor: xanthosis |
IN BRIEF: n. - An abnormal yellow discoloration of the skin.
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