Etymology of Icterus
The word "icterus" is derived from the Greek word "ἰκτερός" (ikteros), which means "jaundice."
Meaning and Origin
Jaundice is a condition characterized by yellowing of the skin, eyes, and mucous membranes. It occurs when there is an excess of bilirubin, a yellow pigment produced by the breakdown of hemoglobin, in the blood.
The origin of the Greek word "ἰκτερός" is unclear, but it has been suggested that it may be related to the Sanskrit word "harit," which also means "yellow." It is possible that the word was first used to describe the yellowing of plants in autumn. Over time, it came to be used to describe the yellowing of the skin and eyes in humans, which is a symptom of jaundice.
Other Words Derived from Icterus
The Latin word "icterus" was borrowed into English as "icterus." It has also given rise to several other words, including:
Etymology Derived from Greek ikteros meaning jaundice Ikteros is believed to be
Etymology of Icterus The word icterus is derived from the Greek word ἰκτερός
Etymology The word jaundice is derived from the Old French word jaune meaning yell
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Etymology The word etymology comes from the Greek words étymon meaning true meani
Etymology of Discreet The word discreet originates from the Latin word discretus
