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Definition of cicatrix

cicatrix

/ˈsɪk.ə.trɪks/
ci · ca · trix
Plural:cicatrices
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Adjective:cicatricial
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cicatrix Lexical Profile

cicatrix Game Scores & Validity

• noun

1

A scar resulting from the formation and contraction of fibrous tissue over a healing flesh wound.

Example

"The surgeon noted that the cicatrix from the previous operation had healed cleanly without abnormal thickening."

2

A scar-like mark left on a plant or animal surface following the natural shedding or detachment of a part, such as a leaf or a shell muscle.

Example

"During winter, botanists often examine the shape of the leaf cicatrix on a dormant twig to help identify the tree species."

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Word Nuance & Usage

Primarily restricted to formal medical, botanical, or zoological contexts; 'scar' is the standard equivalent in everyday usage. The plural is characteristically formed as 'cicatrices'.

• Nearby Words

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Word Origin & Etymology

From Latin 'cicatrix', meaning 'scar' or 'wound mark'.

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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Cicatrix. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Oct 17, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/cicatrix
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