patency en · NOUN
Pronunciation
- /ˈpeɪtənsi/
Etymology
From patent + -cy.
Meanings
- The condition or state of being patent.
- The degree of openness (of a tube, such as a blood vessel or catheter); the relative absence of blockage or obstruction, and measured in percent.
- (uncountable) Obviousness; clarity.
Forms
| Spelling | Features | Labels | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| patencies | Number=Plur | lexicographic |
Antonyms
imperforation · occlusion · obstruction · impatency · atresia