hypochlorhydria
|hy-po-chlor-hy-dri-a|
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/ˌhaɪ.poʊ.klɔːrˈhaɪ.dri.ə/
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/ˌhaɪ.pəʊ.klɔːˈhaɪ.drɪə/
low stomach acid
Etymology
Etymology Information
'hypochlorhydria' originates from Greek, specifically the word 'hypo-' meaning 'under' and 'chlorhydria' meaning 'hydrochloric acid'.
Historical Evolution
'hypochlorhydria' was formed by combining the Greek prefix 'hypo-' with 'chlorhydria', which was used in medical terminology to describe conditions related to stomach acid.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'under hydrochloric acid', and this meaning has remained consistent in modern medical usage.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
a condition characterized by low levels of hydrochloric acid in the stomach.
Hypochlorhydria can lead to digestive issues.
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Last updated: 2025/04/26 00:20