hyperplasia
|hy-per-pla-sia|
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/ˌhaɪpərˈpleɪʒə/
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/ˌhaɪpəˈpleɪzɪə/
abnormal cell growth
Etymology
Etymology Information
'hyperplasia' originates from Greek, specifically the word 'hyperplasis,' where 'hyper-' meant 'over' and 'plasis' meant 'formation.'
Historical Evolution
'hyperplasis' transformed into the modern English word 'hyperplasia' through Latin influence.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'over formation,' and this meaning has largely remained the same in modern usage.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
an abnormal increase in the number of cells in an organ or tissue, causing it to increase in size.
The doctor diagnosed the patient with endometrial hyperplasia.
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Last updated: 2025/05/19 08:36