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Definitions of nodule
  1. noun
    small rounded wartlike protuberance on a plant

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  2. noun
    a small node
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  3. noun
    (mineralogy) a small rounded lump of mineral substance (usually harder than the surrounding rock or sediment)
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Definition that contains nodule
  • leprosy chronic granulomatous communicable disease occurring in tropical and subtropical regions; characterized by inflamed nodules beneath the skin and wasting of body parts; caused by the bacillus Mycobacterium leprae
  • chancre a small hard painless nodule at the site of entry of a pathogen (as syphilis)
  • geode (mineralogy) a hollow rock or nodule with the cavity usually lined with crystals
  • periarteritis nodosa a progressive disease of connective tissue that is characterized by nodules along arteries; nodules may block the artery and result in inadequate circulation to the particular area
  • erythema nodosum skin condition characterized by tender red nodules on the shins and legs
  • chromoblastomycosis a fungal infection characterized by itchy warty nodules on the skin
  • molluscum any skin disease characterized by soft pulpy nodules
  • hansen's disease chronic granulomatous communicable disease occurring in tropical and subtropical regions; characterized by inflamed nodules beneath the skin and wasting of body parts; caused by the bacillus Mycobacterium leprae
  • rhizobium the type genus of Rhizobiaceae; usually occur in the root nodules of legumes; can fix atmospheric oxygen
  • coccidioidomycosis an infection of the lungs and skin characterized by excessive sputum and nodules
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