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Grammar : Noun
Spell : sik-uh-triks, si-key-triks
Phonetic Transcription : ˈsɪk ə trɪks, sɪˈkeɪ trɪks



Definition of cicatrix

Origin :
  • 1640s, from Latin cicatrix (accusative cicatricem ) "a scar," of unknown origin. Earlier in English as cicatrice (mid-15c.). Related: cicatrical.
  • As in scar : noun blemish from previous injury or illness
  • As in blemish : noun flaw
Example sentences :
  • Each tribe has its peculiar fashion as to the position and form of the cicatrix.
  • Extract from : « In the Heart of Africa » by Samuel White Baker
  • Cicatrix, the scar left by the fall of a leaf or other organ.
  • Extract from : « The Elements of Botany » by Asa Gray
  • Even the cicatrix on his scalp was invisible, for his hair was made to cover it.
  • Extract from : « In the Van; or, The Builders » by John Price-Brown
  • However, save for a cicatrix to mark the trifling occurrence, he was unharmed.
  • Extract from : « The Crooked Stick » by Rolf Boldrewood
  • The sound was then removed, and a short bougie inserted, so as to pass beyond the cicatrix.
  • Extract from : « North American Medical and Surgical Journal, Vol. 2, No. 3, July, 1826 » by Various
  • The presence of a cicatrix on the left temple (This is a most irrefutable proof of insanity).
  • Extract from : « Punchinello, Vol. 1, No. 8, May 21, 1870 » by Various
  • When he let go, the latter had already sunk into the skin, and nothing was to be seen but a cicatrix well healed over.
  • Extract from : « Strange Stories from a Chinese Studio vol. II (of 2) » by Songling Pu
  • He then bit Fngs arm, and the latter waked up with the pain to find that the cicatrix on his arm was no longer there.
  • Extract from : « Strange Stories from a Chinese Studio vol. II (of 2) » by Songling Pu
  • And he bared his breast as he spoke, to show the cicatrix of an old flesh-wound from a Highlander's bayonet. '
  • Extract from : « Maurice Tiernay Soldier of Fortune » by Charles James Lever
  • The erosion under the crusts of eczema heals over more readily and without leaving a cicatrix.
  • Extract from : « A System of Practical Medicine By American Authors, Vol. II » by Various

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