anastomosing

Meanings

• noun

  The joining or fusion of two channels or vessels, especially in the body.

  - "The anastomosis between the pulmonary artery and aorta is called the ductus arteriosus."
  - "During surgery, the surgeon may create an anastomosis to connect two blood vessels."

• noun

  The merging or blending of different things or ideas.

  - "The two rivers met in an anastomosis, creating a rich delta."
  - "In literature, anastomosing themes can be found in the works of James Joyce."

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Synonyms

interconnect , interjoin

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Rhymes

Words rhyming with anastomosing
anastomose , osteomuscle

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Variants

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anastomose , anastomosed , anastomoses , anastomosing

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Etymology

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From the Greek word 'anastomosis', meaning 're-establishment of a passage or connection'.

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Trivia

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1. An anastomosis is not always a permanent connection; it can be temporary, such as in the case of a fetal ductus arteriosus.

2. The term 'anastomosis' is also used in botany to refer to the point where two roots meet and join.

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Related Concepts

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1. vasculature: Anastomosing refers to the joining of different parts of the vasculature, such as blood vessels.

2. anastomosis (surgery): A surgical procedure used to create a connection between two vessels or channels.

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Culture

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An anastomosis is a significant concept in medical science, particularly in surgery. In literature, it can symbolize the merging of ideas or the blending of different elements.

How to Memorize "anastomosing"

1. visualize
   

   - Imagine two tubes or channels coming together to form an anastomosis.

2. associate
   

   - Associate the word 'anastomosis' with the idea of connection or merging.

3. mnemonics
   

   - Create a mnemonic by remembering the word 'anastomosis' as 'a connection that flows like a river'.

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