aeroembolism
|aer-o-em-bo-lism|
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/ˌɛroʊˈɛmbəˌlɪzəm/
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/ˌeərəʊˈɛmbəlɪzəm/
air bubble blockage
Etymology
Etymology Information
'aeroembolism' originates from Greek, specifically the words 'aero' meaning 'air' and 'embolism' meaning 'insertion or obstruction'.
Historical Evolution
'aeroembolism' was formed by combining the Greek word 'aero' with the medical term 'embolism', which refers to a blockage in a blood vessel.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it referred to any air-related blockage, but over time it evolved to specifically denote air bubbles in the bloodstream.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
a condition caused by the presence of air bubbles in the bloodstream, often resulting from rapid decompression.
Divers must ascend slowly to avoid aeroembolism.
Synonyms
Last updated: 2025/05/19 08:36