cytopathic

adjective

cy·​to·​path·​ic ˌsī-tə-ˈpa-thik How to pronounce cytopathic (audio)
: of, relating to, characterized by, or producing pathological changes in cells

Word History

First Known Use

1915, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of cytopathic was in 1915

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Cite this Entry

“Cytopathic.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/cytopathic. Accessed 28 Mar. 2024.

Medical Definition

cytopathic

adjective
cy·​to·​path·​ic ˌsīt-ə-ˈpath-ik How to pronounce cytopathic (audio)
: of, relating to, characterized by, or producing pathological changes in cells
cytopathic agents
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