acronal
|a-cro-nal|
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/əˈkroʊnəl/
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/əˈkrəʊnəl/
extremities
Etymology
Etymology Information
'acronal' originates from Greek, specifically the word 'akron,' where 'akron' meant 'extremity' or 'tip.'
Historical Evolution
'akron' transformed into the English word 'acronal' to describe conditions or features related to the body's extremities.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'related to the extremities,' and this meaning has largely remained the same in modern usage.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Adjective 1
relating to or situated at the extremities of the body, such as the hands or feet.
The patient exhibited acronal cyanosis, indicating poor circulation to the extremities.
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Last updated: 2025/04/28 06:21