Cool Words Flashcards

1
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Proliferation

A

Rapid growth or reproduction of new parts/cells

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2
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Progenitor

A

The ancestor in the direct line

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3
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Burgeon

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To grow and develop rapidly

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4
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Ectopic

A

Occurring in an abnormal position or in an unusual manner or form

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5
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Autologous

A

Derived from the same individual, or involving the same individual as both donor and recipient

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6
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Occlusion

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The act of closing, blocking, or shutting something

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7
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Caveat

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A warning to consider something before taking any more action

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8
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Putative

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Generally thought to be or to exist, even if this may not really be true

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