naevus
English
noun
Definitions
- (anatomy) A pigmented, raised or otherwise abnormal area on the skin. Naevi may be congenital or acquired, and are always benign.
Etymology
Borrowed from Latin naevus (mole, birthmark).
Origin
Latin
naevus
Gloss
mole, birthmark
Concept
Semantic Field
Animals
Ontological Category
Person/Thing