Meaning Of The Word Excrescence

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Excrescence Meaning

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What's The Definition Of Excrescence?

excrescence
countable noun: If you describe something such as a building, addition, or development as an excrescence, you strongly disapprove of it because you think it is unnecessary, bad, or ugly.

excrescence in American English
a normal outgrowth; natural appendage, as a fingernail
noun: an abnormal outgrowth, usually harmless, on an animal or vegetable body

excrescence in British English
noun: a projection or protuberance, esp an outgrowth from an organ or part of the body

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