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scleroderma

|scle-ro-der-ma|

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/ˌsklɛrəˈdɜrmə/

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/ˌsklɪərəˈdɜːmə/

hard skin

Etymology

Etymology Information

'scleroderma' originates from Greek, specifically the words 'skleros' meaning 'hard' and 'derma' meaning 'skin'.

Historical Evolution

'scleroderma' was directly borrowed from the Greek term 'skleroderma' into modern English medical terminology.

Meaning Changes

Initially, it meant 'hard skin', and this meaning has largely remained the same in modern medical usage.

Meanings by Part of Speech

Noun 1

a chronic hardening and contraction of the skin and connective tissue, either locally or throughout the body.

The patient was diagnosed with scleroderma after experiencing skin tightening and joint pain.

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Last updated: 2025/05/05 03:58