lesion - Master This Word
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lesion Word Meanings
- a region in an organ or tissue that has suffered damage
- an injury or wound
- a pathological or traumatized area
lesion Example Sentences
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lesion Phonetic & Pronunciation
UK
/ˈliːʒən/
US
/ˈliːʒən/
lesion Word Etymology
le- = without, sion = a state or condition. Origin: Latin 'laesio' meaning injury → Old French 'lesion' → English. Memory image: Imagine a cut on the skin, representing injury, yet to heal and recover.
Note 1: These definitions and etymologies are not standard dictionary definitions, but extended explanations provided to help with memorization and understanding of the actual application of words. Through this background information, we strive to make words more vivid and easier to understand, and help you remember their meanings in real life.
Note 2: LexiTalk designs the learning flow around the linguistics principle of “Comprehensible Input.” When learners encounter material that is slightly above their level but still understandable from context, the brain naturally absorbs the language. That’s why we keep every word inside authentic contexts, using examples and associations to help you understand it and use it flexibly.
Read the FAQ explanation of Comprehensible InputReal Context
Lesion is a medical term used to describe an area of tissue that has suffered damage, whether from injury, disease, infection, or other pathology. In ordinary English we often hear about skin lesions such as moles or wounds, but the word also appears in references to brain, liver, or other organs where a localized region is harmed. The term does not specify the cause, only the result: a disruption of normal structure or function. Learners should note that lesion is usually countable (lesions in the plural) and that it can describe both physical damage and a broader, pathological area. In medical contexts it is common to specify the organ, e. g., brain lesion.
Usage Reminders
- - Use lesion for a localized area of damaged tissue, not a disease itself.
- - Treat it as countable: one lesion, two lesions.
- - Pair with an organ when specifying location (brain lesion, liver lesion).
- - Distinguish from a simple wound; a lesion may be internal or superficial.
- - In non-medical contexts, prefer more general words like wound or injury when appropriate.
Common Misconceptions
- Lesion means a disease itself, not just damage
- All skin issues are lesions
- Lesion always has a clear cause stated
- Lesions only occur on the skin
- Lesion and wound are interchangeable in all contexts
Thinking Differences
In English, lesion is a precise medical term that often appears in clinical reports; learners should distinguish it from everyday wounded-area language and remember to pair with organ names.
Learning Tips
- Visualize lesion as a damaged patch, not a disease
- Remember plural is lesions
- Always pair with an organ for precision
- Differentiate internal tissue damage from external wounds
- Practice distinguishing lesion from wound in context
- Use medical resources to hear the term in practice
5-Step Learning Method - Learn English in English
Step 1: Meaning
What is the meaning of the word 'lesion'?
A.A vehicle
B.A plant
C.A fruit
D.A wound
Step 2: Usage
In which of the following sentences is 'lesion' used correctly?
A.She planted a lesion in the garden.
B.The doctor examined the lesion on the patient's arm.
C.He repaired the lesion on his car.
D.The lesion was delicious to eat.
Step 3: Similar Words
Which of the following is a synonym for 'lesion'?
A.Heal
B.Cure
C.Healthy
D.Injury
Step 4: Opposite Words
What is the opposite of 'lesion'?
A.Harm
B.Healthy
C.Intact
D.Protection
Step 5: Mastery
In what context would you commonly hear the word 'lesion'?
A.During a medical examination
B.Talking about a delicious dessert
C.Discussing gardening techniques
D.In a conversation about sports
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