lesion
Translation
lesion, injury, wound
Examples
The doctor found a small lesion on the skin.
The doctor found a small lesion on the skin.
A brain lesion can affect a person's memory.
A brain lesion can affect a person's memory.
Grammar Patterns
a lesion ((on sth.)) a damaged area of skin or an organ The doctor found a lesion on his lung.
Similar Words
Synonyms: wound, sore, ulcer
Etymology
From Latin 'laesio' meaning 'a hurting', from 'laedere' meaning 'to hurt'.
Memory Tips
Think of a 'lesion' as a spot that is 'less than' perfect on the body, indicating damage.