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vom·i·ca (v

m

-k

)

n. pl. vom·i·cae (-s

)

1. Profuse expectoration of putrid matter.

2.

a. An abnormal pus-containing cavity, usually in a lung, caused by deterioration of tissue.

b. The pus contained in such a cavity.

[Latin, gathering of pus, ulcer, from vomere, to vomit, discharge; see vomit.]

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