Hernia (noun) Definition, Meaning & Examples

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noun, plural her·ni·as, her·ni·ae [hur-nee-ee]. /ˈhɜr niˌi/. Pathology.
  1. the protrusion of an organ or tissue through an opening in its surrounding walls, especially in the abdominal region.
noun plural -nias or -niae (-nɪˌiː)
  1. the projection of an organ or part through the lining of the cavity in which it is normally situated, esp the protrusion of intestine through the front wall of the abdominal cavity. It is caused by muscular strain, injury, etc
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