pterygium en · NOUN
Etymology
From Ancient Greek πτερύγιον (pterúgion), diminutive of πτέρυξ (ptérux, “wing”). By surface analysis, pteryg- + -ium.
Meanings
- An abnormal mass of tissue in the corner of the eye that obstructs vision.
- A generalized limb of a vertebrate.
Forms
| Spelling | Features | Labels | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| pterygiums | Number=Plur | lexicographic | |
| pterygia | Number=Plur | lexicographic |
Deriveds
lateropterygium · pseudopterygium · pterygial · pterygiophore · popliteal pterygium syndrome · basipterygium
Relateds
Translations (8)
ota ظفر (Translations) · it pterigio (Translations) · ar ظُفْرَة (Translations) · is glæruvængur (Translations) · es pterigión (Translations) · ca pterigi (Translations) · pt pterígio (Translations) · gl pterixio (Translations)