Nevus

Alternative forms

• naevus
• nævus

Full definition of nevus

Noun

1. (anatomy) A general term referring to a number of different, usually benign, pigmented, raised or otherwise abnormal lesions of the skin.Most birthmarks and moles fall into the category of nevi.

Synonyms

• birthmark
• mole

Derived terms

• nevoid

Anagrams

• venus, Venus