Ulceration
/ˌʌlsəˈreɪʃən/noun
The formation or presence of an ulcer, or the process of becoming ulcerated.
Did you know?The word ultimately comes from Latin *ulcus*, meaning a sore or ulcer, and its ancient root is likely connected to the idea of a “burning” or “wounding” injury rather than anything mystical.
Etymological Timeline
Proto-Indo-European
PIE
*h₂el-
“A proposed root meaning “to burn” or “to be sore” (etymologically debated).”
Latin
Latin
ulcus
“A sore, ulcer, or raw wound.”
Late Latin
Latin
ulceratio
“An ulcerating or becoming sore; the act or state of ulceration.”
Middle English
English
ulceracioun
“Ulceration; the condition of being ulcerated.”
Modern English
English
ulceration
“The process or condition of forming an ulcer.”
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