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canker

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Definitions

﹒A necrotic, localized disease of woody plants that causes the bark to die and peel away.

﹒A spreading, ulcerous sore, especially one occurring in the mouth.

﹒A corrupting or destructive influence that spreads gradually.

Examples

﹒The rose bush was slowly dying because of a persistent canker on its main stem.

﹒Bitterness can act like a canker in the soul, destroying one's ability to find joy.

﹒The dentist examined the painful canker sore inside my cheek and recommended a soothing rinse.

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