ascites

noun

as·ci·tes ə-ˈsī-tēz

plural ascites

: abnormal accumulation of serous fluid in the spaces between tissues and organs in the cavity of the abdomen

ascitic

ə-ˈsi-tik

adjective

Etymology

Middle English aschytes, from Late Latin ascites, from Greek askitēs, from askos

First Known Use

14th century, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of ascites was in the 14th century

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“Ascites.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/ascites. Accessed 1 Dec. 2024.

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ascites

noun

as·ci·tes ə-ˈsīt-ēz

plural ascites

: abnormal accumulation of serous fluid in the spaces between tissues and organs in the cavity of the abdomen

called also hydroperitoneum

ascitic

-ˈsit-ik

adjective

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