angiostenosis
|an-gi-o-ste-no-sis|
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/ˌændʒioʊstəˈnoʊsɪs/
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/ˌændʒiəʊstɪˈnəʊsɪs/
narrowing of a blood vessel
Etymology
Etymology Information
'angiostenosis' originates from Greek, specifically the words 'angeion' meaning 'vessel' and 'stenosis' meaning 'narrowing'.
Historical Evolution
'angiostenosis' was formed in modern medical terminology by combining the Greek roots 'angeion' and 'stenosis', and became the standard term in English medical literature.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'narrowing of a vessel', and this meaning has remained unchanged in modern medical usage.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
the abnormal narrowing of a blood vessel.
Angiostenosis can lead to reduced blood flow to organs.
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Last updated: 2025/08/08 11:36