necrosis
nounfemininetécnico/nɨˈkɾɔzɨ/low
ne·cro·se
Definition
The death of cells or tissues in a living organism, caused by factors such as lack of blood supply, infection, toxins, or trauma.
The frostbite resulted in tissue necrosis.
The biopsy showed areas of necrosis in the tumor.
Etymology
Do grego 'nékrōsis'.