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Avascular

Definition:

Avascular refers to a condition or state where no blood vessels are present or where blood supply to a certain area or tissue is severely limited.

Examples:

1. Adjective (Medical):

The avascular necrosis of the femoral head occurs when the blood supply to the bone tissue in the hip joint is disrupted.

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2. Adjective (Botany):

The avascular nature of mosses means that they lack true vascular tissue to transport water and nutrients.

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3. Adjective (Popular):

In a small town like ours, the coffee shop on Main Street is the avascular hub where locals gather every morning.

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4. Adjective (Local):

The abandoned factory has become an avascular symbol of the town's economic decline.

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