excrescence

🇺🇸 /ɪkˈskresns/ 🇬🇧 /ɪkˈskresns/
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An abnormal growth or projection, often unattractive or unwanted, that can occur on living organisms or structures.

The old tree had a large excrescence that made it look like it was wearing a hat.

translation

n. An abnormal growth or projection, often unattractive or unwanted, that can occur on living organisms or structures.

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Plural excrescences