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An encysted tumor containing curdy matter.

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  1. n. An encysted tumor containing curdy matter.
  2. n. A disease characterized by thickening and fatty degeneration of the inner coat of the arteries.
  3. n. a fatty deposit in the intima (inner lining) of an artery; can obstruct blood flow
  4. (a) An encysted tumor containing curdy matter. (b) A disease characterized by thickening and fatty degeneration of the inner coat of the arteries.
  5. n. a fatty deposit in the intima (inner lining) of an artery; can obstruct blood flow