anginous
|an-gi-nous|
C2
/ˈæn.dʒɪ.nəs/
relating to angina (chest pain)
Etymology
Etymology Information
'anginous' originates from Latin, specifically the word 'angina', where 'angere' meant 'to strangle or choke.'
Historical Evolution
'angina' was adopted into English from Latin, and the adjective form 'anginous' was created to describe things relating to angina.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it referred to anything relating to choking or strangling, but over time it evolved to specifically refer to symptoms or conditions related to angina pectoris.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Adjective 1
relating to or characteristic of angina (especially angina pectoris, a type of chest pain).
The patient exhibited anginous symptoms during the examination.
Synonyms
Last updated: 2025/08/07 12:06