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单词 chancre
释义

chancre

noun

chan·​cre ˈshaŋ-kər How to pronounce chancre (audio)
: a primary sore or ulcer at the site of entry of a pathogen (as in tularemia)
especially : the initial lesion of syphilis
chancrous
ˈshaŋ-k(ə-)rəs How to pronounce chancre (audio)
adjective

Example Sentences

Recent Examples on the Web Sometimes syphilis presents as a painless chancre, or a round, open sore on your genitals. Zahra Barnes, SELF, 12 Oct. 2021 Syphilis is transmitted from person to person by direct contact with a syphilitic sore, known as a chancre. Gabriela Miranda, USA TODAY, 16 June 2021 Syphilis: If your partner has chancres (firm, round sores) that aren’t covered by the condom, the infection can spread to you. Zahra Barnes, SELF, 29 Aug. 2019 In the primary stage, chancres (usually firm, round, and painless) appear at the site of infection. Carolyn L. Todd, SELF, 28 May 2019

Word History

Etymology

French, from Old French, from Latin cancer

First Known Use

1585, in the meaning defined above

Medical Definition

chancre

noun

chan·​cre ˈshaŋ-kər How to pronounce chancre (audio)
: a primary sore or ulcer at the site of entry of a pathogen (as in tularemia)
especially : the initial lesion of syphilis
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