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viscus

/ˈvɪskəs/

Meanings
  • noun

    A thick, sticky substance, as honey or pitch.


Synonyms

entrails , innards , intestine , offal
Variants
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viscera , viscus
Etymology
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From Latin viscosus, from viscos 'thick, sticky'.


Trivia
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  1. Viscus is the Latin word for 'thick, sticky'.

  2. The term 'viscous' is often used to describe the consistency of substances like honey, syrup, and tar.


Related Concepts
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  1. honey: A sweet, thick liquid made by bees using nectar.

  2. pitch: A thick, sticky substance obtained from trees or coal, used especially for waterproofing or as a base for paint or tar.


How to Memorize "viscus"

  1. visualize

    - Imagine a thick, syrupy substance, like honey, that coats the inside of a jar.

  2. associate

    - Think of words like 'thick', 'sticky', and 'syrupy' to help remember the meaning of 'viscus'.

  3. mnemonics

    - Use the acronym VISCUS to remember the meaning: 'Viscous Substances Coat and Stick'.


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