1. the death of cells or tissue in a living organism, typically caused by disease or injury
Usage: medical

Examples

• The doctor explained that necrosis had occurred in the damaged tissue.
• Frostbite can lead to necrosis of the fingers and toes.
• The infection caused widespread necrosis in the patient’s leg.
• Early treatment can prevent necrosis from spreading.
• The pathologist identified areas of necrosis in the biopsy sample.
• Poor blood circulation may result in tissue necrosis.