\ ˈī-ˌkȯr
, -kər \
, -kər \
Definition of ichor
1
: a thin watery or blood-tinged discharge
2
: an ethereal fluid taking the place of blood in the veins of the ancient Greek gods
Other Words from ichor
ichorous
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ˈī-kə-rəs
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adjective
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adjective
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“Ichor.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/ichor. Accessed 26 Jun. 2022.
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ichor
noun
\ ˈī-ˌkȯ(ə)r
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Medical Definition of ichor
: a thin watery or blood-tinged discharge (as from an ulcer) — compare sanies
Other Words from ichor
ichorous
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-kə-rəs
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adjective
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adjective
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