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ingrowing

/ˈɪn.ɡrəʊ.ɪŋ/

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adjective

B2formalcommonmedical/ˈɪn.ɡrəʊ.ɪŋ/

Describes a nail, especially on a toe, that grows into the surrounding flesh, causing pain and infection.

  • 🇷🇺Описывает ноготь, особенно на пальце ноги, который врастает в окружающую плоть, вызывая боль и инфекцию.
  1. Growing into the flesh B2 formal medical

    Describes a nail, hair, or other tissue that grows abnormally into the surrounding skin, often causing pain or infection.

    • He had to see a podiatrist for his ingrowing toenail.
    • An ingrowing hair can sometimes lead to a painful bump.
    • Proper trimming can help prevent ingrowing nails.

    🇷🇺Врастающий в кожу

    Synonyms: ingrown

  • more ingrowing comparative form
  • most ingrowing superlative form