adnexa
|ad-nex-a|
C1
/ædˈnɛksə/
accessory structures
Etymology
Etymology Information
'adnexa' originates from Latin, specifically the word 'adnexus,' where 'ad-' meant 'to' and 'nectere' meant 'to bind.'
Historical Evolution
'adnexus' transformed into the modern English word 'adnexa' through Latin influence.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'bound to,' but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'accessory structures.'
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
the appendages or accessory structures of an organ, often used in reference to the uterus, such as the ovaries and fallopian tubes.
The doctor examined the adnexa for any abnormalities.
Synonyms
Last updated: 2025/05/11 12:36