keloid

noun

ke·​loid ˈkē-ˌlȯid How to pronounce keloid (audio)
: a thick scar resulting from excessive growth of fibrous tissue
keloid adjective
keloidal
kē-ˈlȯi-dᵊl How to pronounce keloid (audio)
adjective

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As for whether or not keloids can be avoided in the first place? —Kayla Greaves, Essence, 26 Sep. 2024 Most dermatologists will commonly treat keloids by injecting the area with corticosteroid medication like Kenalog, says Dr. Murphy-Rose. —Kayla Greaves, Essence, 26 Sep. 2024 Adult acne, melasma, keloids and vitiligo are common skin maladies that pose particular challenges for people of color. —La Risa R. Lynch, Journal Sentinel, 16 Feb. 2024 From lipomas and cysts to keloids and tumors, Lee tackles them all with professionalism and a seemingly imperturbable gag reflex. —Briana Richert, James Mercadante, EW.com, 19 Feb. 2024 See all Example Sentences for keloid 

Word History

Etymology

French kéloïde, from Greek chēlē claw

First Known Use

1854, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of keloid was in 1854

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keloid

noun
ke·​loid
variants also cheloid
ˈkē-ˌlȯid How to pronounce keloid (audio)
: a thick scar resulting from excessive growth of fibrous tissue and occurring especially after burns or radiation injury
keloid adjective

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