tubercular
|tu-ber-cu-lar|
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/tuːˈbɜːrkjələr/
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/tjuːˈbɜːkjʊlə/
related to tuberculosis
Etymology
Etymology Information
'tubercular' originates from Latin, specifically the word 'tuberculum,' where 'tuber' meant 'swelling' or 'lump.'
Historical Evolution
'tuberculum' transformed into the French word 'tubercule,' and eventually became the modern English word 'tubercular' through Middle English.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'having small lumps or nodules,' but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'relating to tuberculosis.'
Meanings by Part of Speech
Adjective 1
relating to or affected by tuberculosis.
The patient was diagnosed with a tubercular infection.
Synonyms
Adjective 2
having small nodules or tubercles.
The tubercular structure was evident in the X-ray.
Synonyms
Last updated: 2025/03/03 12:38