angioasthenia
|an-gi-o-as-the-ni-a|
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/ˌændʒioʊ.æsˈθiːni.ə/
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/ˌændʒiəʊ.æsˈθiːni.ə/
weakness of blood vessels
Etymology
Etymology Information
'angioasthenia' originates from Greek, specifically the words 'angeion' meaning 'vessel' and 'asthenia' meaning 'weakness'.
Historical Evolution
'angioasthenia' was formed in modern medical terminology by combining the Greek roots 'angio-' and '-asthenia', and has been used in English medical literature since the late 19th century.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'weakness of the blood vessels', and this meaning has remained consistent in modern medical usage.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
a medical condition characterized by weakness or loss of tone in the blood vessels.
Angioasthenia can lead to poor blood circulation.
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Last updated: 2025/08/07 12:21