vesicle
|ves-i-cle|
C1
/ˈvɛsɪkəl/
small fluid-filled sac
Etymology
Etymology Information
'vesicle' originates from Latin, specifically the word 'vesicula,' where 'vesica' meant 'bladder' or 'blister.'
Historical Evolution
'vesicula' transformed into the Old French word 'vesicle,' and eventually became the modern English word 'vesicle.'
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'a small bladder or blister,' but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'a small fluid-filled sac or cellular structure.'
Meanings by Part of Speech
Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:45
