ichorous

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Adjective ichorous has 1 sense

ichorous, sanious - of or resembling or characterized by ichor or sanies; "an ichorous discharge"; "the sanious discharge from an ulcer"

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ichorous

Definition: adjective

1. Of, relating to, or resembling ichor; having the quality of thin, watery, and foul-smelling discharge, typically associated with a festering wound or infection.

Example sentence: The doctor examined the putrid and ichorous wound, noting the signs of a severe infection.

Definition: noun

1. A thin, watery, and foul-smelling discharge, typically associated with a festering wound or infection.

Example sentence: The nurse carefully cleaned the ichorous from the patient's wound, taking necessary precautions to prevent further infection.

Definition: adjective

2. (local) Popular in a specific region or locality.

Example sentence: The ichorous beverage crafted by the local brewery has gained quite a following among beer enthusiasts in the area.

Definition: noun

2. (local) Popular or well-known among people in a specific region or locality.

Example sentence: The ichorous rock band from this town has been performing at local venues for years.