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leucoma

|leu-co-ma|

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/luːˈkoʊmə/

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/luːˈkəʊmə/

white corneal spot

Etymology
Etymology Information

'leucoma' originates from Greek, specifically the word 'leukōma,' where 'leukos' meant 'white.'

Historical Evolution

'leukōma' transformed into the Latin word 'leucoma,' and eventually became the modern English word 'leucoma.'

Meaning Changes

Initially, it meant 'a white spot on the eye,' and this meaning has largely remained the same in modern usage.

Meanings by Part of Speech

Noun 1

a white opacity in the cornea of the eye, often resulting from injury or disease.

The patient was diagnosed with leucoma after the eye injury.

Synonyms

Last updated: 2025/06/30 04:31