ametria
|a-me-tria|
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/əˈmiːtriə/
absence of uterus
Etymology
Etymology Information
'ametria' originates from Greek, specifically the word 'ametria,' where 'a-' meant 'without' and 'metra' meant 'uterus.'
Historical Evolution
'ametria' has remained largely unchanged from its Greek origins to its modern English usage.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'absence of the uterus,' and this meaning has remained consistent in modern medical terminology.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
a rare medical condition characterized by the absence of the uterus.
The patient was diagnosed with ametria after a series of tests.
Last updated: 2025/07/13 19:06
