plasma
|plas-ma|
B2
/ˈplæz.mə/
fluid or ionized gas
Etymology
Etymology Information
'plasma' originates from Greek, specifically the word 'plásma,' where 'plássein' meant 'to mold or form.'
Historical Evolution
'plásma' transformed into the Late Latin word 'plasma,' and eventually became the modern English word 'plasma.'
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'something molded or formed,' but over time it evolved into its current meanings related to blood and ionized gas.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
the colorless fluid part of blood, lymph, or milk, in which corpuscles or fat globules are suspended.
The doctor explained that plasma is crucial for transporting nutrients and hormones.
Synonyms
Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:35