kidney stone

noun

: a calculus (as of calcium salts) in the kidney

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Zhao and her colleagues think the untethered, robotic version of the milli-spinner will be able to swim directly inside blood vessels to treat blood clots, brain aneurysms, kidney stones, and other conditions. Ani Freedman, Fortune, 27 June 2025 Staying hydrated helps prevent constipation, kidney stones, and urinary tract infections. Isabel Vasquez Rd Ldn, Health, 24 June 2025 Research shows that an oxalate-rich diet may lead to calcium oxalate kidney stones forming.14 Moderation is key: The recommended serving size for raw almonds is 1 ounce, which equals about 23 almonds.2 Almonds are nutrient-dense and calorie-dense, so the serving size is relatively small. Brittany Lubeck, Verywell Health, 9 June 2025 High levels of oxalates in the body may increase the risk of kidney stones in some people. Lindsey Desoto, Health, 10 June 2025 See All Example Sentences for kidney stone

Word History

First Known Use

1874, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of kidney stone was in 1874

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“Kidney stone.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/kidney%20stone. Accessed 1 Jul. 2025.

Medical Definition

kidney stone

noun
: a calculus in the kidney

called also renal calculus

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