granuloma

noun gran·u·lo·ma \ˌgran-yə-ˈlō-mə\

plural gran·u·lo·mas also gran·u·lo·ma·ta \-mə-tə\

Definition of GRANULOMA

: a mass or nodule of chronically inflamed tissue with granulations that is usually associated with an infective process

— gran·u·lo·ma·tous \-mə-təs\ adjective

1861

Medical Dictionary

noun gran·u·lo·ma \ˌgran-yə-ˈlō-mə\

plural gran·u·lo·mas also gran·u·lo·ma·ta \-mət-ə\

: a mass or nodule of chronically inflamed tissue with granulations that is usually associated with an infective process

Next Word in the Dictionary: granuloma inguinalePrevious Word in the Dictionary: granulocytopoiesisAll Words Near: granuloma

What made you want to look up granuloma? Please tell us where you read or heard it (including the quote, if possible).

Put-downs with flair

How to use a word that (literally) drives some people nuts.

Test your vocab with our fun, fast game

Ailurophobia, and 9 other unusual fears