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bile-related

|bile-re-lat-ed|

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/baɪl rɪˈleɪtɪd/

associated with bile

Etymology
Etymology Information

'bile-related' originates from the word 'bile,' which comes from Latin 'bilis,' meaning 'bile' or 'anger.' The suffix '-related' is used to indicate association or connection.

Historical Evolution

'Bile' changed from the Latin word 'bilis' and eventually became the modern English word 'bile.'

Meaning Changes

Initially, 'bile' referred to the bodily fluid, but it also took on a metaphorical meaning of 'anger' or 'bitterness.'

Meanings by Part of Speech

Adjective 1

pertaining to or associated with bile.

The patient was diagnosed with a bile-related disorder.

Synonyms

Last updated: 2025/05/02 00:48