vitiligo
|vi-ti-li-go|
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/ˌvɪtɪˈlaɪɡoʊ/
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/ˌvɪtɪˈliːɡəʊ/
skin pigment loss
Etymology
Etymology Information
'vitiligo' originates from Latin, specifically the word 'vitiligo', where 'vitium' meant 'blemish'.
Historical Evolution
'vitiligo' has remained largely unchanged from its Latin origins to modern English.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'blemish or defect', but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'a skin condition characterized by loss of pigment'.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
a condition characterized by patches of skin losing their pigment.
Vitiligo can affect any part of the body, including the mouth, hair, and eyes.
Synonyms
Last updated: 2025/04/27 00:10