vomica

vom·i·ca

noun

pl. vom·i·cae,

Profuse expectoration of putrid matter.
a. An abnormal pus-containing cavity, usually in a lung, caused by deterioration of tissue.
b. The pus contained in such a cavity.

Origin of vomica

Latin gathering of pus, ulcer from vomere to vomit, discharge ; see vomit .

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Noun

(plural vomicas)

(medicine) An abscess cavity in the lungs or any other parenchymal organ.

Origin

Latin, from vomere to throw up, vomit.

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vomica - Medical Definition

pl. vomicae (-sē′)

Profuse expectoration of putrid matter.
1. An abnormal pus-containing cavity, usually in a lung, caused by deterioration of tissue.
2. The pus contained in such a cavity.

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