leukoplakia
noun
leu·ko·pla·kia ˌlü-kō-ˈplā-kē-ə 
: an abnormal condition in which thickened white patches of epithelium occur on the mucous membranes (as of the mouth or vulva)
also : a lesion or lesioned area of leukoplakia
leukoplakic
ˌlü-kō-ˈplā-kik
adjective 
Example Sentences
Recent Examples on the Web Sometimes, even after removal, the leukoplakia can recur and will need to be removed again. 
Lauren Krouse, Health.com, 21 Oct. 2021
Lauren Krouse, Health.com, 21 Oct. 2021 Word History
Etymology
New Latin, from leuk- + Greek plak-, plax flat surface — more at fluke
First Known Use
circa 1888, in the meaning defined above
Medical Definition
leukoplakia
noun
leu·ko·pla·kia
variants or chiefly British leucoplakia
ˌlü-kō-ˈplā-kē-ə
: a condition commonly considered precancerous in which thickened white patches of epithelium occur on the mucous membranes especially of the mouth, vulva, and renal pelvis
also : a lesion or lesioned area of leukoplakia