basophilia
About Our Definitions: All forms of a word (noun, verb, etc.) are now displayed on one page.


ba·so·phil·ia

noun \ˌbā-sə-ˈfi-lē-ə, -zə-\

Definition of BASOPHILIA

1
: tendency to stain with basic dyes
2
: an abnormal condition in which some tissue element has increased basophilia

Origin of BASOPHILIA

New Latin
First Known Use: 1905

ba·so·phil·ia

noun \ˌbā-sə-ˈfil-ē-ə, -zə-\   (Medical Dictionary)

Medical Definition of BASOPHILIA

1
: tendency to stain with basic dyes
2
: an abnormal condition in which some tissue element has increased basophilia

Browse

Next Word in the Dictionary: basophilic
Previous Word in the Dictionary: basophil
All Words Near: basophilia

Seen & Heard

What made you want to look up basophilia? Please tell us where you read or heard it (including the quote, if possible).

Name That Thing

Take Our 10-Question Quiz

#6: Flabbergast
: to overwhelm with shock,
surprise, or wonder
See All Top 25 Entries »
Get Our Free Apps
Voice Search, Favorites,
Word of the Day, and More
Join Us on FB & Twitter
Get the Word of the Day and More