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Definition of vibex

vibex

/ˈvaɪ.bɛks/
vi · bex
Plural:vibices
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vibex Lexical Profile

vibex Game Scores & Validity

• noun

1

A narrow, linear mark or streak of subcutaneous hemorrhage on the skin, often resembling the mark of a lash or whip.

Example

"During the dermatological examination, the physician noted a prominent vibex along the patient's forearm indicative of localized trauma."

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Word Nuance & Usage

In medical and forensic contexts, a vibex refers specifically to a linear hemorrhagic streak, distinguishing it from punctate petechiae or larger, diffuse ecchymoses.

• Nearby Words

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Word Origin & Etymology

Derived directly from Latin 'vibex', meaning the mark of a blow, a welt, or a stripe.

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