angiokinetic
|an-gi-o-ki-net-ic|
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/ˌæn.dʒi.oʊ.kɪˈnɛt.ɪk/
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/ˌæn.dʒi.əʊ.kɪˈnɛt.ɪk/
movement of blood vessels
Etymology
Etymology Information
The word 'angiokinetic' originates from Greek, specifically from 'angio-' meaning 'vessel' and 'kinetic' meaning 'pertaining to movement.'
Historical Evolution
'Angiokinetic' was formed in modern English by combining the Greek-derived prefix 'angio-' and the word 'kinetic.'
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'pertaining to the movement of blood vessels,' and this meaning has remained consistent in medical usage.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Adjective 1
relating to or causing movement in blood vessels.
The drug has angiokinetic effects on the circulatory system.
Synonyms
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