extradigestive
|ex-tra-di-ges-tive|
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/ˌɛkstrədaɪˈdʒɛstɪv/
outside digestion
Etymology
Etymology Information
'extradigestive' originates from Latin, specifically the prefix 'extra-' meaning 'outside' and 'digestivus' meaning 'pertaining to digestion'.
Historical Evolution
'digestivus' transformed into the English word 'digestive', and with the addition of the prefix 'extra-', it became 'extradigestive'.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'outside the process of digestion', and this meaning has largely remained the same in modern usage.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Adjective 1
relating to or occurring outside the digestive system.
The extradigestive effects of the medication were unexpected.
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Last updated: 2025/02/21 12:06