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anginose

|an-gi-nose|

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/ˈændʒɪˌnoʊs/

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/ˈændʒɪnəʊs/

relating to angina (throat or chest)

Etymology
Etymology Information

'anginose' originates from Latin, specifically the word 'angina,' where 'angina' meant 'infection of the throat' or 'quinsy,' and the suffix '-ose' means 'full of' or 'pertaining to.'

Historical Evolution

'angina' was adopted into English from Latin, and the adjective form 'anginose' was formed in English by adding the suffix '-ose.'

Meaning Changes

Initially, it meant 'pertaining to angina (throat infection or pain),' and this meaning has remained consistent in modern usage.

Meanings by Part of Speech

Adjective 1

relating to or resembling angina, especially angina of the throat (quinsy or tonsillitis).

The patient exhibited anginose symptoms during the examination.

Synonyms

Last updated: 2025/08/07 11:51