amoebic
|a-moe-bic|
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/əˈmiːbɪk/
relating to amoebas
Etymology
Etymology Information
'amoebic' originates from the Greek word 'amoibē,' meaning 'change.'
Historical Evolution
'amoibē' transformed into the New Latin word 'amoeba,' and eventually became the modern English word 'amoebic.'
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'change,' but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'relating to amoebas.'
Meanings by Part of Speech
Adjective 1
relating to or caused by amoebas, especially in reference to diseases.
Amoebic dysentery is a common illness in tropical regions.
Synonyms
Last updated: 2025/07/19 03:06