Ureter: meaning, definitions and examples

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ureter

 

[ ˈjʊərɪtə(r) ]

Noun
Context #1 | Noun

anatomy physiology

The ureter is a muscular tube that carries urine from the kidney to the bladder. Each kidney is connected to the bladder by a ureter, ensuring that urine produced in the kidneys is transported efficiently for storage. Ureters play a crucial role in the urinary system and are essential for maintaining fluid balance in the body.

Synonyms

none.

Examples of usage

  • The ureter transports urine to the bladder.
  • Blockages in the ureter can cause kidney pain.
  • Surgery may be necessary for a damaged ureter.

Translations

Translations of the word "ureter" in other languages:

🇵🇹 uréter

🇮🇳 यूरेटर

🇩🇪 Ureter

🇮🇩 ureter

🇺🇦 сечовід

🇵🇱 moczowód

🇯🇵 尿管

🇫🇷 uretère

🇪🇸 uréter

🇹🇷 üreter

🇰🇷 요관

🇸🇦 الحالب

🇨🇿 močovod

🇸🇰 močovod

🇨🇳 输尿管

🇸🇮 sečevod

🇮🇸 þvagpípa

🇰🇿 несеп түтігі

🇬🇪 შარდსაწვეთე

🇦🇿 sidik borusu

🇲🇽 uréter

Etymology

The word 'ureter' comes from the Latin word 'ureter', which means 'a tube of urine'. This Latin term is derived from the Greek 'oureteros', which comes from 'ourein', meaning 'to urinate'. The formation of the term points to the function of the ureter as a channel for transporting urine, linking the kidneys to the urinary bladder. The understanding of the ureter's function has been a part of human anatomy studies since ancient times, contributing significantly to the field of medicine and physiology. As medical terminology evolved, 'ureter' became widely adopted in anatomical nomenclature, reflecting the development of a more scientific approach to the human body.

Word Frequency Rank

With rank #16,613, this word belongs to specialized vocabulary. While not common in everyday speech, it enriches your ability to express complex ideas.