pulmonic
|pul-mon-ic|
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/pʌlˈmɑnɪk/
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/pʌlˈmɒnɪk/
of the lung
Etymology
Etymology Information
'pulmonic' originates from New Latin, specifically the word 'pulmonicus', where 'pulmo' meant 'lung'.
Historical Evolution
'pulmonicus' came from Latin 'pulmo' and entered English usage via New Latin and scientific/medical Latin, eventually becoming the modern English adjective 'pulmonic'.
Meaning Changes
Initially it meant 'of the lung', and over time this basic sense has been retained as 'relating to the lungs'.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Adjective 1
of or relating to the lungs.
Pulmonic disorders often require evaluation by a respiratory specialist.
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Last updated: 2025/12/29 01:49