Ingrown: meaning, definitions and examples
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ingrown
[ ˌɪŋˈɡroʊn ]
medical condition
Ingrown refers to a condition where a body part grows into the surrounding tissue rather than outward. This term is most commonly associated with ingrown hairs or ingrown toenails. In such cases, the hair or nail grows back into the skin, causing irritation, pain, and sometimes infection. Treatment can involve methods such as removal of the offending hair or nail, as well as proper hygiene to prevent recurrence.
Synonyms
Examples of usage
- She suffered from an ingrown toenail.
- He was treated for ingrown hairs after shaving.
- The doctor recommended surgery for her persistent ingrown toenail.
Translations
Translations of the word "ingrown" in other languages:
🇵🇹 encravado
🇮🇳 अवशिष्ट
🇩🇪 eingewachsen
🇮🇩 tertanam
🇺🇦 врослий
🇵🇱 wrastający
🇯🇵 埋没した (まいぼつした)
🇫🇷 incarné
🇪🇸 encarnado
🇹🇷 içeriye büyüyen
🇰🇷 내재된 (내재된)
🇸🇦 مدفون
🇨🇿 vrostlý
🇸🇰 vyrastený
🇨🇳 嵌入的 (qiànrù de)
🇸🇮 vraste
🇮🇸 vaxandi
🇰🇿 өсіп кеткен
🇬🇪 დამარხული (damarxuli)
🇦🇿 daxil olan
🇲🇽 encarnado
Etymology
The term 'ingrown' is derived from the English prefix 'in-', which means 'inside' or 'within', and the past participle of the verb 'grow'. The combination suggests a growth that is not properly oriented or has deviated from its intended growth path. The use of 'ingrown' in medical terminology has been prevalent since the 19th century, describing conditions such as ingrown hairs and toenails. As personal grooming and foot care became more prominent in society, the term started to appear more frequently in health literature and discussions. Its specific use in various medical contexts continues to evolve as health professionals explore new treatments and preventive measures for such conditions.