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lesion

[ˈliːʒən]

lesion Definition

an area of damaged tissue or skin.

Using lesion: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "lesion" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

  • Example

    The MRI showed a lesion on her brain.

  • Example

    The athlete had a lesion on his leg that required stitches.

  • Example

    The dermatologist examined the lesion on her arm and determined it was benign.

lesion Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for lesion

Phrases with lesion

  • an abnormality in the brain tissue, often caused by injury or disease

    Example

    The patient's symptoms were caused by a brain lesion that required surgery.

  • an area of damaged skin, often caused by injury or disease

    Example

    The dermatologist examined the skin lesion and recommended a topical cream to treat it.

  • an abnormality in the mouth or throat tissue, often caused by injury or disease

    Example

    The dentist discovered an oral lesion during a routine checkup and referred the patient to a specialist.

Origins of lesion

from Latin 'laesio', meaning 'injury'

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Summary: lesion in Brief

A 'lesion' [ˈliːʒən] is an area of damaged tissue or skin. It can be caused by injury or disease and can occur in various parts of the body, such as the brain, skin, or mouth. Examples include 'The MRI showed a lesion on her brain.' and 'The dermatologist examined the lesion on her arm and determined it was benign.'