leukocytic
|leu-ko-cyt-ic|
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/ˌluːkəˈsɪtɪk/
(leukocyte)
white blood cell
Etymology
Etymology Information
'leukocytic' originates from the Greek word 'leukos,' meaning 'white,' and 'kytos,' meaning 'cell.'
Historical Evolution
'leukos' and 'kytos' combined to form the modern English word 'leukocyte,' which then evolved into 'leukocytic' to describe something related to leukocytes.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'related to white cells,' and this meaning has remained consistent in modern usage.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Adjective 1
relating to or involving leukocytes (white blood cells).
The leukocytic response is crucial in fighting infections.
Synonyms
Last updated: 2025/07/06 02:28