noun
- Plural of naevus; birthmarks or moles on the skin, typically brown or reddish in color.
Usage: Medical/anatomical term; Also spelled 'nevi' in modern English
Examples
- The dermatologist examined the patient's naevi to check for any signs of melanoma.
- Some people are born with multiple naevi scattered across their body.
- The naevi on her arm had been present since childhood.
- Doctors recommend monitoring naevi for changes in size, shape, or color.