excrescence
definition: in linguistics, a type of epenthesis, where a consonant is added to the middle of a word
example: Pronouncing hamster with a 'P' sound after the 'M' is a common form of excrescence.
speech part: noun
synonyms:
definition: in pathology, an abnormal outgrowth or enlargement of some part of the body
example: The excrescence of the patient's knee was going to be reduced to a normal size in the operation.
speech part: noun
synonyms:
definition: something that bulges out or is protuberant or projects from its surroundings
example: The root of the tree slowly became an excrescence as it grew in the crack of the sidewalk.
speech part: noun
synonyms:
extrusion
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