phthisis
|phthi-sis|
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/ˈθaɪsɪs/
wasting disease
Etymology
Etymology Information
'phthisis' originates from Greek, specifically the word 'phthinein,' where 'phthi-' meant 'to waste away.'
Historical Evolution
'phthisis' changed from the Greek word 'phthisis' and eventually became the modern English word 'phthisis'.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'a wasting away,' but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'pulmonary tuberculosis.'
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
a wasting disease, especially pulmonary tuberculosis.
In the 19th century, phthisis was a common cause of death.
Synonyms
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