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cholecystic

|cho-le-cys-tic|

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/ˌkoʊlɪˈsɪstɪk/

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/ˌkɒlɪˈsɪstɪk/

related to the gallbladder

Etymology
Etymology Information

'cholecystic' originates from Greek, specifically the word 'cholekystis,' where 'chole' meant 'bile' and 'kystis' meant 'bladder.'

Historical Evolution

'cholekystis' transformed into the modern English word 'cholecystic' through medical terminology.

Meaning Changes

Initially, it meant 'related to the bile bladder,' and this meaning has largely remained the same in modern usage.

Meanings by Part of Speech

Adjective 1

relating to the gallbladder.

The cholecystic duct is an important part of the biliary system.

Synonyms

Last updated: 2025/05/08 19:14