stigma

One entry found for stigma.

Main Entry: stig·ma
Pronunciation: stig-m
Function: noun
Inflected Form(s): plural stig·ma·ta /stig-mät-, stig-mt- /; or stigmas
1 : an identifying mark or characteristic; specifically : a specific diagnostic sign of a disease <the stigmata of syphilis>
2 : PETECHIA
3 : a small spot, scar, or opening on a plant or animal