defluxion

noun

de·​flux·​ion

də̇ˈfləkshən,

dē-

plural -s

1

: downflow

2

obsolete

a

: a flowing down of fluid matter (as a copious discharge from the nose in catarrh)

b

: inflammation

c

: sudden loss of hair

Word History

Etymology

Late Latin defluxion-, defluxio, from Latin defluxus + -ion-, -io -ion

Love words?

You must — there are over 200,000 words in our free online dictionary, but you are looking for one that’s only in the Merriam-Webster Unabridged Dictionary.

Start your free trial today and get unlimited access to America's largest dictionary, with:

• More than 250,000 words that aren't in our free dictionary
• Expanded definitions, etymologies, and usage notes
• Advanced search features
• Ad free!