adiposis
|ad-i-po-sis|
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/ˌædɪˈpoʊsɪs/
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/ˌædɪˈpəʊsɪs/
excessive body fat
Etymology
Etymology Information
'adiposis' originates from Latin, specifically the word 'adiposis', where 'adip-' meant 'fat'.
Historical Evolution
'adiposis' changed from the Latin word 'adiposis' and has remained largely unchanged in modern English.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'a condition of being fat', and this meaning has largely remained the same in modern usage.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
a condition characterized by the excessive accumulation of body fat.
The patient was diagnosed with adiposis due to his high body fat percentage.
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Last updated: 2025/05/21 13:36