"Scrofula" Pronounce,Meaning And Examples

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"Scrofula" Meaning

Scrofula is a chronic infectious disease caused by tuberculosis, affecting the lymph nodes in the neck, typically on one side. It is a form of tuberculosis that typically affects children and is often referred to as a "king's evil," due to the medieval European practice of touching the afflicted area for supposed curative purposes.

"Scrofula" Examples

Scrofula Usage Examples


Scrofula is a xanthomatous condition of the lymphatic glands of the neck, which is closely associated with tuberculosis. - British Medical Journal
Scrofula of the neck is not only a source of physical disfigurement, but it also constitutes an evidence of a serious underlying condition, and appropriate follow-up is required. - Tikki Cushieri, DOMS, FRCS (Ed) and Peter K Pappas, FRCS00029-9)
In children, scrofula is considered systemic. Treatment should be multi-disciplinary and should not solely rely on anti-tuberculosis therapy in itself. - European Respiratory Journal
This surgical method was associated with very high failure rates for cervical tuberculous scrofula, resulting in need for neck dissection or resection. - Surgery Research and Practice
Tuberculosis scrofula is indeed contained in a specific compartment and encloses caseous material there into the fatty tissue or lymph nodes. - plos.org

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Scrivener

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Scriveners

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A person whose occupation is to write copies of documents and other papers for other people.

Scrivening

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The word "scrivening" is a verb that means writing, especially writing of a document, manuscript, or written work. It can also refer to the act of making a written record or note.

Scrobicula

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A rather obscure word!<br><br>Scrobicula is a type of genus of moths in the family Noctuidae, family of owlet moths.

Scrobiculate

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to scrape or scratch the surface of with claws or points.

Scrobiculated

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Syberated or scrobiculated refers to the appearance of irregular, shallow, or fine scoring or pitting on the surface of an elongated shell, typically of a snail.

Scrod

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Scrod is a term used, particularly in the northeastern United States, to describe very small, immature saltwater fish (such as cod, flounder, or haddock) that are not yet fully grown but are considered suitable for serving as food. These fish are usually only a few months old and are quite young.<br><br>The term "scrod" is often used interchangeably with "scruff" or "boxhead," although it's worth noting that "scrod" is more commonly used in Maine and New England.<br><br>In terms of taste and texture, scrod fish are mild, delicate, and often white or pale in color, making them a popular choice for steaming, sautéing, or broiling.

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I couldn't find the word "scrode" in the dictionary. It's likely a misspelling or a Word not found so far

Scrofulaceum

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Scrofuloderma

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Scrofuloderma is a condition where a chronic, granulomatous infection of the lymph nodes of the neck, typically due to tuberculosis, causes the lymph nodes to ulcerate and break through the skin, resulting in the formation of sinus tracts and pits on the skin. It can also lead to the destruction of surrounding tissue and the formation of abscesses.

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Scroll

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A small roll of material, especially paper or papyrus, wound around a cylinder, used especially for reading or writing in ancient and medieval times.<br><br>To move something, such as a window or a part of a screen, smoothly from top to bottom or from side to side, typically by turning a handle.<br><br>To move the screen of a computer, smartphone, or similar device, typically by rotating or sliding the input device.

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The word "scrollable" refers to something that can be scrolled, typically by moving a component, such as a bar or a handle, in a vertical or horizontal direction, to reveal more content. In other words, it means that you can continuously move the content up or down on a webpage, document, or screen by using a scroll bar or other scrolling mechanism.<br><br>Example: "The webpage is scrollable, allowing you to view the entire article without having to click on multiple pages."<br><br>Synonyms: scrollable, scroll, scrollable region, scroll area, vertical scroll, horizontal scroll, scrollbar.

Scrollbar

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A scrollbar is a graphical user interface element that allows the user to scroll through a large document, image, or other data that is larger than what can be displayed on a single screen. It is typically represented by a vertical or horizontal bar that can be dragged up or down/left or right to navigate through the content.

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Scrolled

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Passed over or through something, typically by rolling or turning; moved or drawn back or out of view.<br><br>Example: The students scrolled through the pages of the book and found what they were looking for.<br><br>(Also an adjective) Archaic or old-fashioned in style or manner.<br><br>Example: Her domain name, Domained as curled lock, is scrolled in ancient text.