gangrene
Pronunciation:
/ˈɡaŋˌɡɹiːn//ˈɡæŋˌɡɹin/noun
Definitions
The necrosis or rotting of flesh, usually caused by lack of blood supply.
Example: If gangrene sets in, we may have to amputate the foot.
A damaging or corrupting influence.
verb
Definitions
To produce gangrene in.
To be affected with gangrene.
To corrupt; To cause to become degenerate.