Definition

A type of skin growth that is usually benign and consists of a thickened area of skin, often caused by pressure or irritation.

Example

The doctor diagnosed the patient with a keratoma on his foot.

Conversation

Have you ever heard of a keratoma?

No, I haven't. What is it?

It's a type of skin growth that can appear on your feet.

That sounds interesting! Is it common?

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Keratoma is formed from "kerato-" (from Greek "keras", meaning horn) and "-oma" (from Greek "oma", meaning tumor or swelling). The word refers to a tumor or growth that resembles a horn, typically associated with the skin.

Memory Tip

Think of 'horn' ('kerato-') to remember that 'keratoma' refers to a growth that resembles a horn.

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