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enchondroma

 

Definitions from WordNet

Noun enchondroma has 1 sense
  1. enchondroma - benign slow-growing tumor of cartilaginous cells at the ends of tubular bones (especially in the hands and feet)
    --1 is a kind of
    benign tumor, benign tumour, nonmalignant tumor, nonmalignant tumour, nonmalignant neoplasm

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Enchondroma

Description

An enchondroma is a benign tumor that originates from cartilage. It typically occurs in the bone, most commonly in the hands and feet.

Senses

Sense 1: Medical

In the medical field, enchondroma refers specifically to a benign cartilage tumor found in bone. It is usually harmless but may require monitoring or treatment if it causes pain or affects bone integrity.

Example Sentence:

After the X-ray results, the doctor confirmed that the patient's recurring finger pain was due to an enchondroma growth in the phalange bone.

Sense 2: Popular

Outside of the medical context, enchondroma is less commonly used and may refer to a local phenomenon, such as a traditional dish, folklore, or a unique event popular within a specific region.

Example Sentence:

In the small village of Bowness, the annual Enchondroma Festival brings the community together to celebrate their local crafts, music, and culinary heritage.

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