acetonaemic
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/ˌæsɪtoʊˈniːmɪk/
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/ˌæsɪtəʊˈniːmɪk/
acetone in blood
Etymology
Etymology Information
'acetonaemic' originates from 'acetone' and the suffix '-aemic', where 'acetone' refers to a chemical compound and '-aemic' relates to the blood.
Historical Evolution
'acetone' combined with the suffix '-aemic' to form the modern English word 'acetonaemic'.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it referred to the presence of acetone in the blood, and this meaning has largely remained the same in modern usage.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Adjective 1
relating to or characterized by the presence of acetone in the blood.
The patient was diagnosed with an acetonaemic condition.
Synonyms
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