Meaning Of The Word Leukoplakia

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leukoplakia in American English
a disease, sometimes precancerous, characterized by thick, white patches covering the tongue, gums, etc.
noun: a disorder of a mucous membrane characterized by one or more white patches, occurring most commonly on the cheek, tongue, vulva, or penis: often medically insignificant but sometimes becoming malignant

leukoplakia in British English
noun: white patches or plaques occurring on mucous membranes, esp of the mouth or vulva

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