Definition

Relating to or resembling a type of sore or ulcer, specifically a chancre, which is often associated with certain diseases.

Example

The doctor examined the chancrous lesions on the patient's skin.

Conversation

Have you ever heard of something being chancrous?

No, I haven't. What does it mean?

It refers to something that resembles a chancre, usually in a medical context.

That sounds serious! I hope I never have to deal with anything like that.

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Root Explanation

Chancrous is derived from the Old French word 'chancre' (meaning sore or ulcer) and the suffix '-ous' (meaning full of or having the quality of). The word 'chancrous' describes something that is full of or characterized by sores or ulcers.

Memory Tip

Think of 'chancre' which refers to a sore, and remember that 'chancrous' means having sores or being characterized by them.

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