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neurogenic

|neu/ro/gen/ic|

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/ˌnʊroʊˈdʒɛnɪk/

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/ˌnjʊərəʊˈdʒɛnɪk/

nerve-originated

Etymology
Etymology Information

'neurogenic' originates from Greek, specifically the word 'neurogenēs,' where 'neuro-' meant 'nerve' and '-genēs' meant 'born of or produced by.'

Historical Evolution

'neurogenēs' transformed into the modern English word 'neurogenic' through Latin influence.

Meaning Changes

Initially, it meant 'produced by nerves,' and this meaning has largely remained the same in modern usage.

Meanings by Part of Speech

Adjective 1

originating from or caused by the nervous system.

The patient was diagnosed with a neurogenic bladder.

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Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:35