melena

Estimated CEFR level: C2 — Proficiency

Estimated from word frequency; not an official CEFR classification.

Definition

  1. noun abnormally dark tarry feces containing blood (usually from gastrointestinal bleeding)

Etymology

From New Latin, based on Ancient Greek μέλαινα (mélaina, “black”).

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Synonyms

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