'amygdalothripsis' originates from Greek, specifically the word 'amygdalothripsis,' where 'amygdalo-' meant 'almond or tonsil' and '-thripsis' meant 'crushing.'

'amygdalothripsis' has remained largely unchanged from its Greek origins, maintaining its specific medical connotation.

Initially, it meant 'crushing of the tonsils,' and this meaning has remained consistent in modern medical terminology.