vesical
|ves-i-cal|
C2
/ˈvesɪkəl/
bladder-related
Etymology
Etymology Information
'vesical' originates from Latin, specifically the word 'vesica,' where 'vesica' meant 'bladder.'
Historical Evolution
'vesica' transformed into the Medieval Latin word 'vesicalis,' and eventually became the modern English word 'vesical.'
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'bladder,' and this meaning has largely remained the same in modern usage.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Adjective 1
relating to or affecting the urinary bladder.
The patient was diagnosed with a vesical infection.
Synonyms
Last updated: 2025/05/29 18:52
