angiomalacia
|an-gi-o-ma-la-cia|
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/ˌændʒioʊməˈleɪʃiə/
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/ˌandʒiəʊməˈleɪsɪə/
softening of blood vessels
Etymology
Etymology Information
'angiomalacia' originates from Greek, specifically the words 'angeion' meaning 'vessel' and 'malakia' meaning 'softness'.
Historical Evolution
'angiomalacia' was formed in modern medical terminology by combining Greek roots to describe the condition of vessel softening.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'softening of vessels', and this meaning has remained unchanged in medical usage.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
abnormal softening of the walls of blood vessels.
Angiomalacia can lead to vessel rupture if left untreated.
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Last updated: 2025/08/08 00:06