ecchymosis

One entry found for ecchymosis.

Main Entry: ec·chy·mo·sis
Pronunciation: ek--m-ss
Function: noun
Inflected Form(s): plural -mo·ses /-sz/
: the escape of blood into the tissues from ruptured blood vessels marked by a livid black-and-blue or purple spot or area; also : the discoloration so caused
- ec·chy·mot·ic /-mät-ik/ adjective