lung-related
|lung/re/lat/ed|
B2
/lʌŋ rɪˈleɪtɪd/
related to lungs
Etymology
Etymology Information
'lung' originates from Old English, specifically the word 'lungen', where 'lung' meant 'light' due to the organ's lightness in weight compared to other organs.
Historical Evolution
'lung' changed from the Old English word 'lungen' and eventually became the modern English word 'lung'.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'light organ', but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'organ for breathing'.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Adjective 1
pertaining to or affecting the lungs.
The patient was diagnosed with a lung-related disease.
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Last updated: 2025/02/06 03:36