GangreneWordNet Explorer

the localized death of living cells (as from infection or the interruption of blood supply)

the permanent end of all life functions in an organism or part of an organism

localized death of muscle cell fibers

necrotic tissue; a mortified or gangrenous part or mass

any deviation from a healthy or normal condition

(pathology) gangrene that develops in the presence of arterial obstruction and is characterized by dryness of the dead tissue and a dark brown color

(pathology) a deadly form of gangrene usually caused by clostridium bacteria that produce toxins that cause tissue death; can be used as a bioweapon

undergo necrosis