petechia (0 synonym found)

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Definition of petechia:

(n) : a small spot, especially on an organ, caused by bleeding underneath the skin
"1973: It is scurvy. All my authorities agree - weakness, diffused muscular pain, petechia, tender gums, ill breath - and M'Alister has no doubt of it. -- Patrick O'Brian, HMS Surprise"

Definition of petechia:

(n) : a small spot, especially on an organ, caused by bleeding underneath the skin
"1973: It is scurvy. All my authorities agree - weakness, diffused muscular pain, petechia, tender gums, ill breath - and M'Alister has no doubt of it. -- Patrick O'Brian, HMS Surprise"

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