angioid
|an-gi-oid|
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/ˈæn.dʒi.ɔɪd/
vessel-like; resembling blood vessels
Etymology
Etymology Information
'angioid' originates from Greek, specifically the word 'angeion,' where 'angeion' meant 'vessel' and the suffix '-oid' meant 'like' or 'resembling.'
Historical Evolution
'angeion' and '-oid' combined in scientific English to form the modern English word 'angioid.'
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'resembling a vessel,' and over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'resembling or related to blood vessels, especially in appearance or structure.'
Meanings by Part of Speech
Adjective 1
resembling a blood vessel or related to blood vessels, especially in appearance or structure.
The doctor noted angioid streaks in the patient's retina.
Synonyms
Last updated: 2025/08/07 21:21