chalaza
/kəˈleɪzə/
Meanings
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noun
In anatomy, a chalaza is a thickened part of the tunica vaginalis or the tunica albuginea of an egg or testis.
Pronunciation
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/kəˈleɪzə/
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Synonyms
cicatricula , kenning , tread , treadle
Variants
List of all variants of chalaza that leads to same resultchalaza , chalazae , chalazal , chalazas
Etymology
origin and the way in which meanings have changed throughout history.From Greek chalazē, a swelling or tumor.
Trivia
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Chalazae are important structures in the development of eggs and testes.
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The plural form of chalaza is chalazae.
Related Concepts
informations on related concepts or terms closely associated with the word. Discuss semantic fields or domains that the word belongs to-
tunica vaginalis: A thin, double-layered sac that surrounds the testis and spermatic cord in the scrotum.
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tunica albuginea: A dense, fibrous layer that surrounds the testis and helps maintain its shape.
How to Memorize "chalaza"
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visualize
- Imagine a swollen or tumor-like structure in anatomical terms.
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associate
- Associate the term with the Greek origin and its meaning of a swelling or tumor.
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mnemonics
- Use the acronym CHALAZA to remember the meaning: Chalazae are swollen parts of the Tunica.
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