cardiovascular
|car/di/o/vas/cu/lar|
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/ˌkɑr.di.oʊˈvæs.kjə.lər/
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/ˌkɑː.di.əʊˈvæs.kjʊ.lər/
heart and vessels
Etymology
Etymology Information
'cardiovascular' originates from Latin, specifically the words 'cardia' meaning 'heart' and 'vasculum' meaning 'small vessel'.
Historical Evolution
'cardiovascular' evolved from the Latin terms 'cardia' and 'vasculum' and became the modern English word 'cardiovascular'.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'pertaining to the heart and small vessels', and this meaning has largely remained the same in modern usage.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Adjective 1
relating to the heart and blood vessels.
Regular exercise is beneficial for cardiovascular health.
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Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:45