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hemorrhoid

 

Definitions from WordNet

Noun hemorrhoid has 1 sense
  1. hemorrhoid, haemorrhoid, piles - pain caused by venous swelling at or inside the anal sphincter
    --1 is a kind of pain, hurting

Definitions from the Web

Hemorrhoid

Definition:

A hemorrhoid is a swollen or inflamed blood vessel in the anal or rectal area. Hemorrhoids can cause discomfort, pain, and bleeding, particularly during bowel movements.

Parts of Speech:

  • Noun

Senses and Usages:

  1. Sense:

    Anatomy & Medicine

    Usage:

    A condition in which the blood vessels in the anus or rectum become swollen and inflamed.

    Example Sentence:

    She suffered from painful hemorrhoids, making it uncomfortable for her to sit for long periods.

  2. Sense:

    Informal

    Usage:

    A difficult or troublesome situation.

    Example Sentence:

    After losing his job, he found himself in a financial hemorrhoid that required careful budgeting.

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