hemophilia — A medical condition in which the blood does not clot normally, causing prolonged bleeding even from minor injuries
Part of speech: NOUN
Definition: A medical condition in which the blood does not clot normally, causing prolonged bleeding even from minor injuries
Pronunciation (IPA): /ˌhiːməˈfɪliə/
Korean meaning: 혈우병 - 혈액이 정상적으로 응고되지 않아 작은 상처에도 출혈이 지속되는 유전질환
Korean pronunciation: 히**모**필리어
Example Sentences
- The prince's hemophilia was kept secret because even a paper cut could become a royal emergency!
- Modern treatment has greatly improved the quality of life for people with hemophilia.
- My friend with hemophilia jokes that he's like a superhero - except his power is bleeding longer than normal people!
hemophilia
NOUN//ˌhiːməˈfɪliə//
A medical condition in which the blood does not clot normally, causing prolonged bleeding even from minor injuries
A child with hemophilia shows prolonged bleeding from a small cut
In Australia, wearing royal regalia, he presents hope for hemophilia!
🎤Pronunciation
🌳Etymology
Origin
From Greek, combining 'haima' (blood) and 'philia' (love or attraction). The name reflects how the blood seems to 'love' flowing out of the body due to poor clotting.
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📝Examples
“The prince's hemophilia was kept secret because even a paper cut could become a royal emergency!”
“Modern treatment has greatly improved the quality of life for people with hemophilia.”
“My friend with hemophilia jokes that he's like a superhero - except his power is bleeding longer than normal people!”
“Genetic counseling is recommended for families with a history of hemophilia.”
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