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radiographic

|ra/di/o/graph/ic|

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/ˌreɪ.di.oʊˈɡræf.ɪk/

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/ˌreɪ.di.əʊˈɡræf.ɪk/

related to x-ray imaging

Etymology
Etymology Information

'radiographic' originates from the combination of 'radio-' meaning 'radiation' and '-graphic' meaning 'related to writing or representation'.

Historical Evolution

'Radiographic' evolved from the term 'radiography', which was first used in the early 20th century.

Meaning Changes

Initially, it referred to the process of capturing images using radiation, and it has retained this meaning in modern usage.

Meanings by Part of Speech

Adjective 1

relating to or produced by radiography.

The radiographic images revealed a fracture in the bone.

Synonyms

Last updated: 2025/02/11 15:59