oxyntic

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English

Etymology

Derived from Ancient Greek ὀξύνω (oxúnō, to sharpen)

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Particularly: “Perhaps actually derived from ὀξυντέον (oxuntéon) ?”

Adjective

oxyntic (not comparable)

  1. (immunology) Producing acid.

Translations

References

  • oxyntic” in Farlex Partner Medical Dictionary. (2012).