Xanthoma
Definition & Meaning
Pronunciation /zænˈθoʊmə/ · Part of speech noun
Quick meaning: Xanthoma is a noun meaning (medicine) A small, yellow nodule, rich in cholesterol and other lipids, that occurs in the skin, often near a joint.
Meaning
(medicine) A small, yellow nodule, rich in cholesterol and other lipids, that occurs in the skin, often near a joint.
Word Forms
- xanthomas
- xanthomata
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include verruciform, xanthomatosis, xanthelasmoidea, xanthemia, xanthelasma, xanthochroia.
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