Term: pterygium: either of two thickened triangular layers of conjunctiva extending from the nasal edge of the eye to the cornea; it arises from irritation of the pinguecula
Candidate hypernym: conjunctiva: a transparent lubricating mucous membrane that covers the eyeball and the under surface of the eyelid → 1
Candidate hypernym: amorpha: any plant of the genus Amorpha having odd-pinnate leaves and purplish spicate flowers → 0
Candidate hypernym: nebula: an immense cloud of gas (mainly hydrogen) and dust in interstellar space → 0
Candidate hypernym: cracker: a party favor consisting of a paper roll (usually containing candy or a small favor) that pops when pulled at both ends → 0
Candidate hypernym: glow: a steady even light without flames → 0
Candidate hypernym: abbess: the superior of a group of nuns → 0
Candidate hypernym: frasera: genus of North American herbs: columbo; includes some species sometimes placed in genus Swertia → 0
Candidate hypernym: newscaster: someone who broadcasts the news → 0
Candidate hypernym: positivity: an amount greater than zero → 0
Candidate hypernym: terminal: a contact on an electrical device (such as a battery) at which electric current enters or leaves → 0
Candidate hypernym: worrier: thinks about unfortunate things that might happen → 0