endoscope
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/ˈɛndəˌskoʊp/
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/ˈɛndəˌskəʊp/
internal examination
Etymology
Etymology Information
'endoscope' originates from Greek, specifically the word 'endon' meaning 'within' and 'skopein' meaning 'to look.'
Historical Evolution
'endoscope' was derived from the Greek words 'endon' and 'skopein' and became the modern English word 'endoscope.'
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'to look within,' and this meaning has largely remained the same in modern usage.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
a medical instrument used to examine the interior of a hollow organ or cavity of the body.
The doctor used an endoscope to examine the patient's stomach.
Synonyms
Last updated: 2025/04/03 22:30