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Cystic: meaning, definitions and examples

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cystic

 

[ ˈsɪstɪk ]

Adjective
Context #1 | Adjective

medical condition

Cystic refers to anything associated with a cyst, which is a closed sac-like structure filled with liquid, air, or other materials. Cystic conditions often involve the formation of such sacs in various tissues of the body.

Synonyms

blistering, cystic fibrosis-related, sac-like

Examples of usage

  • A cystic lesion was discovered on the patient's ultrasound.
  • The doctor explained that cystic tumors can vary in size.
  • She was diagnosed with a cystic fibrosis in childhood.
  • The cystic appearance on the scan raised some concern.

Translations

Translations of the word "cystic" in other languages:

🇵🇹 cístico

🇮🇳 सिस्टिक

🇩🇪 zystisch

🇮🇩 kistik

🇺🇦 кістозний

🇵🇱 cystyczny

🇯🇵 嚢胞性の

🇫🇷 kystique

🇪🇸 quístico

🇹🇷 kistik

🇰🇷 낭성의

🇸🇦 كيسي

🇨🇿 cystický

🇸🇰 cystický

🇨🇳 囊性

🇸🇮 cističen

🇮🇸 hólfkenndur

🇰🇿 кистозды

🇬🇪 კისტოზური

🇦🇿 kistik

🇲🇽 quístico

Etymology

The term 'cystic' is derived from the Greek word 'kystis', meaning 'bladder' or 'sac'. It has been used in medical terminology to describe various types of fluid-filled sacs or cysts since the early 19th century. The prefix 'cyst-' relates not only to the medical concept of cysts but has also influenced other medical terms, such as 'cystitis' (inflammation of the bladder) and 'cystoscopy' (a procedure to examine the bladder). As medical knowledge advanced, the use of 'cystic' expanded to encompass a variety of conditions linked to cyst formation, making it a significant term in fields like pathology and surgery.

Word Frequency Rank

At position #13,181, this word is part of sophisticated English vocabulary. It's useful for academic or professional contexts where precise language is needed.