bursitis
|bur-si-tis|
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/bərˈsaɪtɪs/
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/bɜːˈsaɪtɪs/
inflammation of a bursa
Etymology
Etymology Information
'bursitis' originates from New Latin, specifically the word 'bursa,' where 'bursa' meant 'purse' or 'sac.'
Historical Evolution
'bursa' transformed into the medical term 'bursitis' to describe inflammation of the bursa.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it referred to any sac-like cavity, but over time it evolved into its current meaning of inflammation of such a cavity.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
inflammation of a bursa, typically one in the knee, elbow, or shoulder.
The athlete was diagnosed with bursitis after experiencing persistent shoulder pain.
Synonyms
Last updated: 2025/04/25 15:10