Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
cicatricial
Adjective
/ˌsɪkəˈtrɪʃəl/
Definition
Relating to or resembling a scar.
Examples
- The cicatricial tissue can be less elastic than the surrounding skin.
- After the surgery, the cicatricial changes were monitored closely.
- Cicatricial alopecia may occur when scar tissue forms in the scalp.
Meaning
Cicatricial refers to anything connected with or resembling the scar tissue that forms as part of the healing process after an injury.
Synonyms
- Scar-like
- Scarred
- Fibrous
