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- [shang-ker]
- /ˈʃæŋ kər/
- /ˈʃæŋkə/
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- US Pronunciation
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- [shang-ker]
- /ˈʃæŋ kər/
Definitions of chancre word
- noun chancre a small hard nodular growth, which is the first diagnostic sign of acquired syphilis 3
- noun chancre the primary lesion, sore, or ulcer of any of various diseases, esp. of syphilis 3
- noun chancre the initial lesion of syphilis and certain other infectious diseases, commonly a more or less distinct ulcer or sore with a hard base. 1
- noun chancre A painless ulcer, particularly one developing on the genitals as a result of venereal disease. 1
- noun chancre (pathology) Skin lesion, sometimes associated with certain contagious diseases such as syphilis. 0
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Origin of chancre
First appearance:
before 1595 One of the 38% oldest English words
1595-1605; < Middle French ≪ Latin cancrum, accusative of cancer cancer
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Parts of speech for Chancre
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chancre popularity
A common word. It’s meaning is known to most children of preschool age. About 77% of English native speakers know the meaning and use the word.
This word is included in each student's vocabulary. Most likely there is at least one movie with this word in the title.
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