prolapsed

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Verb prolapse has 1 sense

prolapse - slip or fall out of place, as of body parts; "prolapsed rectum"
--₁ is one way to descend, fall, go down, come down

Derived form: noun prolapse₁
Sample sentence:
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Definitions from the Web

Prolapsed

Part of Speech: Adjective

Definition: When an internal body part or organ falls or sags out of its normal position.

Example Sentence: The patient was diagnosed with a prolapsed uterus and required surgery.

Part of Speech: Verb

Definition: The action of an internal body part or organ falling or sagging out of its normal position.

Example Sentence: The herniated disc had prolapsed, causing severe pain for the patient.

Part of Speech: Noun

Definition: The state or condition of an internal body part or organ falling or sagging out of its normal position.

Example Sentence: Prolapse of the rectum can cause discomfort and difficulty in bowel movements.