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Definition of bedsore

bedsore

/ˈbɛdˌsɔːr/
bed · sore
Plural:bedsores
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bedsore Lexical Profile

bedsore Game Scores & Validity

• noun

1

An ulceration of skin and underlying tissue caused by prolonged pressure against a surface, typically occurring in patients confined to bed or a wheelchair for extended periods.

Example

"The nurses turned the immobile patient every two hours to prevent a painful bedsore from developing."

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• Nearby Words

bedsitter
bedskirt
bedsock
bedsore
bedspread
bedspring
bedstand

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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Bedsore. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/bedsore
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