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an·eu·rysm (an·eu·rism)
 aneurysm (aneurism)
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- pronunciation:
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- Word Combinations (noun)
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a dilation in a particular part of an artery caused by weakness in the vessel wall.
If the aneurysm grows any larger, surgery may be necessary to prevent the artery from bursting. |
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derivations: |
aneurysmal (aneurismal) (adj.), aneurysmally (aneurismally) (adv.) |
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