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induration
noun in·du·ra·tion \ˌin-də-ˈrā-shən, -dyə-\
Definition of INDURATION
: the process of or condition produced by growing hard; specifically : sclerosis especially when associated with inflammation
— in·du·ra·tive \ˈin-də-ˌrā-tiv, -dyə-; in-ˈdür-ə-, -ˈdyür-\ adjective
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First Known Use of INDURATION
14th century
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induration
noun in·du·ra·tion \ˌin-d(y)ə-ˈrā-shən\
Medical Definition of INDURATION
1
: an increase in the fibrous elements in tissue commonly associated with inflammation and marked by loss of elasticity and pliability : sclerosis
2
: a hardened mass or formation
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