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Vocabulary Entry
ulcer
|noun • verb
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N
noun
A sore that develops on the lining of the stomach or intestine.
Example Sentences
"He was diagnosed with a peptic ulcer."
"The doctor explained that stress can worsen an ulcer."
"She took medication to help heal the ulcer."
V
verb
To form an ulcer or to cause tissue to ulcerate.
Example Sentences
"In severe cases, the injury may ulcerate and become infected."
"Certain conditions can cause the skin to ulcer."
"If left untreated, the wound may ulcerate over time."