Cancrums

/ˈkæŋkrəmz/ noun

Definition

Plural of cancrum; multiple instances of gangrenous or ulcerous conditions.

Etymology

Simple plural of cancrum formed by adding -s to the Latin singular form.

Kelly Says

The plural form preserves the Latin singular despite English having taken over the word—this is common with medical terminology where Latin forms remain unchanged even in modern English usage.

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