nevus

• Nom désignant une anomalie ou une marque congénitale de la peau, par exemple un grain de beauté ou une tache de naissance.

A noun referring to a congenital blemish or mark on the skin, such as a mole or birthmark.

1. Skin blemishC1formalmedical

   A congenital or acquired blemish on the skin, such as a mole or birthmark, formed by clusters of pigmented cells or blood vessels.

   Naevus (tache cutanée)

   • The dermatologist examined the nevus on her arm for any changes.
   • Most nevi are harmless, but some may require monitoring.
   • A congenital nevus is present at birth or appears shortly after.

   Synonymesbirthmarkmole