abdominothoracic
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/æbˌdɒmɪnoʊθəˈræsɪk/
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/æbˌdɒmɪnəʊθəˈræsɪk/
pertaining to abdomen and thorax
Etymology
Etymology Information
'abdominothoracic' originates from Latin, specifically the words 'abdomen' meaning 'belly' and 'thorax' meaning 'chest'.
Historical Evolution
'abdominothoracic' was formed by combining the Latin words 'abdomen' and 'thorax' to describe something pertaining to both the abdomen and thorax.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'pertaining to the belly and chest', and this meaning has largely remained the same in modern usage.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Adjective 1
relating to both the abdomen and the thorax.
The abdominothoracic incision was necessary for the surgery.
Synonyms
Last updated: 2025/03/31 07:36