macromelia
|mac-ro-me-li-a|
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/ˌmækroʊˈmiːliə/
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/ˌmæk.rəʊˈmiː.li.ə/
enlarged limb
Etymology
Etymology Information
'macromelia' originates from Greek, specifically the word 'makros' meaning 'large' and 'melos' meaning 'limb'.
Historical Evolution
'Makros' and 'melos' combined in Greek to form 'macromelia', which was adopted into modern medical terminology.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'large limb', and this meaning has remained consistent in medical contexts.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
a congenital condition characterized by the abnormal enlargement of one or more limbs.
The child was diagnosed with macromelia, affecting his right arm.
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Last updated: 2025/05/11 07:55