cardiopulmonary
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/ˌkɑr.di.oʊˈpʊl.məˌner.i/
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/ˌkɑː.di.əʊˈpʊl.mən.əri/
heart and lungs
Etymology
Etymology Information
'cardiopulmonary' originates from the combination of 'cardio-' from Greek 'kardia' meaning 'heart' and 'pulmonary' from Latin 'pulmonarius' meaning 'of the lungs'.
Historical Evolution
'Cardiopulmonary' was formed by combining the Greek and Latin roots to describe functions or conditions involving both the heart and lungs.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'pertaining to the heart and lungs', and this meaning has remained consistent in modern usage.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Adjective 1
relating to the heart and lungs.
The patient underwent cardiopulmonary resuscitation.
Synonyms
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