hygeian

adjective

hy·​ge·​ian
(ˈ)hī¦jēən
1
usually capitalized : of or relating to Hygeia, the ancient Greek goddess of health
2
: of or relating to health or to medical practice

Word History

Etymology

Hygeia, ancient Greek goddess of health (from Latin Hygea, from Greek Hygieia, from hygieia health, from hygiēs sound, healthy) + English -an

Love words?

You must — there are over 200,000 words in our free online dictionary, but you are looking for one that’s only in the Merriam-Webster Unabridged Dictionary.

Start your free trial today and get unlimited access to America's largest dictionary, with:

  • More than 250,000 words that aren't in our free dictionary
  • Expanded definitions, etymologies, and usage notes
  • Advanced search features
  • Ad free!

Dictionary Entries Near hygeian

Cite this Entry

“Hygeian.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/hygeian. Accessed 29 Mar. 2024.

Love words? Need even more definitions?

Subscribe to America's largest dictionary and get thousands more definitions and advanced search—ad free!