English word xanthoma comes from English xantho- ((chemistry) derivative of xanthic acid. Yellow.), English -oma
| Dictionary entry | Language | Definition |
|---|---|---|
| xantho- | English (eng) | (chemistry) derivative of xanthic acid. Yellow. |
| -oma | English (eng) | (pathology) Forming nouns indicating disease or morbidity.. (pathology, specifically) Forming nouns indicating tumors or masses, which may be benign or cancerous (malignant). |
| xanthoma | English (eng) | (medicine) A small, yellow nodule, rich in cholesterol and other lipids, that occurs in the skin, often near a joint. |