aphthoid
|af-th-oid|
/ˈæfθɔɪd/
resembling an aphtha (ulcer)
Etymology
'aphthoid' originates from New Latin, specifically the word 'aphthoides', ultimately from Greek 'aphtha' meaning 'a sore' or 'ulcer'.
'aphthoid' changed from New Latin word 'aphthoides' (formed from Greek 'aphtha') and eventually entered English as 'aphthoid' with the suffix '-oid' meaning 'like' or 'resembling'.
Initially it meant 'resembling an aphtha (ulcer)', and over time it has retained this medical sense of 'ulcer-like' or 'aphtha-like'.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Adjective 1
resembling or characteristic of an aphtha (a small ulcer), especially referring to small, painful mucosal ulcers such as those in the mouth.
The patient developed aphthoid lesions on the inner cheek.
Synonyms
Last updated: 2025/09/17 08:30