kraurosis

krau·ro·sis

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Transcription

- US Pronunciation
- US IPA
- [kraw-roh-sis]
- /krɔˈroʊ sɪs/

- US Pronunciation
- US IPA
- [kraw-roh-sis]
- /krɔˈroʊ sɪs/

Definitions of kraurosis word

noun kraurosis atrophy and shrinkage of the skin, especially of the vulva. 1
noun kraurosis (medicine) A condition of the genitals characterized by atrophy and shriveling of the skin or mucous membranes. 1

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Origin of kraurosis

First appearance:

before 1885

One of the 21% newest English words

1885-90; < Greek kraûr(os) dry, brittle + -osis

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Parts of speech for Kraurosis

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kraurosis popularity

A pretty common term. Usually people know it’s meaning, but prefer to use a more spread out synonym. About 50% of English native speakers know the meaning and use word.

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