acanthosis
|a-can-tho-sis|
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/ˌæk.ənˈθoʊ.sɪs/
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/ˌæk.ənˈθəʊ.sɪs/
thickened skin patches
Etymology
Etymology Information
'acanthosis' originates from Greek, specifically the word 'akantha,' where 'akantha' meant 'thorn' or 'spine.'
Historical Evolution
'akantha' transformed into the medical term 'acanthosis' in modern English.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it referred to a 'thorn-like' appearance in skin conditions, but over time it evolved into its current meaning of a specific skin disorder.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
a skin condition characterized by dark, velvety patches in body folds and creases.
Acanthosis is often associated with insulin resistance.
Synonyms
Last updated: 2025/04/11 05:51