Jaundicing: meaning, definitions and examples
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jaundicing
[ ˈdʒɔːndɪsɪŋ ]
medical condition
Jaundicing refers to the process of developing jaundice, which is characterized by a yellowish pigmentation of the skin and mucous membranes. This condition arises from an excess of bilirubin in the blood, often due to liver dysfunction, gallstones, or hemolysis.
Synonyms
Examples of usage
- The patient is jaundicing due to liver issues.
- Newborns often go through a jaundicing phase after birth.
- The doctor noted the jaundicing in her patient's skin.
Translations
Translations of the word "jaundicing" in other languages:
🇵🇹 icterícia
🇮🇳 पीलिया
🇩🇪 Gelbsucht
🇮🇩 ikterus
🇺🇦 жовтяниця
🇵🇱 żółtaczka
🇯🇵 黄疸 (おうだん)
🇫🇷 ictère
🇪🇸 ictericia
🇹🇷 sarılık
🇰🇷 황달
🇸🇦 يرقان
🇨🇿 žloutenka
🇸🇰 žltačka
🇨🇳 黄疸 (huángdǎn)
🇸🇮 zlatenica
🇮🇸 gula
🇰🇿 сарғаю
🇬🇪 ყვითელი
🇦🇿 sarı xəstəlik
🇲🇽 ictericia
Etymology
The word 'jaundice' has its origins in the Old French term 'jaunisse', which means 'yellowish'. This term itself comes from 'jaune', meaning 'yellow'. The connection with the color yellow reflects the primary symptom of the condition, which is the yellowing of the skin and eyes caused by the accumulation of bilirubin. The medical condition jaundice has been recognized since ancient times, with references found in the works of Hippocrates and Galen. The understanding of its causes has evolved significantly, transitioning from mystical interpretations to a more scientific understanding of liver function and blood disorders. The use of 'jaundicing' as a verb highlights the ongoing relevance of this condition in both modern medicine and public health discussions.
Word Frequency Rank
With rank #43,723, this word is among the least frequently used in common English. Understanding it can be beneficial for comprehensive language mastery, but it's not essential for most learners.