hemorrhage

hemorrhage definition - medical

hem·or·rhage (hĕmˈər-ĭj)

noun
An escape of blood from the blood vessels, especially when excessive. Also called hemorrhea.

Related Forms:

  • hemˈor·rhage verb

Related Forms:

  • hemˌor·rhagˈic (hĕmˌə-răjˈĭk) adjective

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