noun
aneurysm
AN-yuur-ihz-uhm
Aneurysm (noun) means a dangerous bulge in the wall of a blood vessel, caused by a weak spot that swells under blood pressure. Example: “Doctors found a small aneurysm in her brain during a routine scan.”
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A dangerous bulge in the wall of a blood vessel, caused by a weak spot that swells under blood pressure.
"Doctors found a small aneurysm in her brain during a routine scan."
"An untreated aneurysm can rupture and cause life-threatening bleeding."
How to use aneurysm
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishA weak, bulging section of an artery or vein that can be serious if it bursts.
Common pairings
brain aneurysm
aortic aneurysm
ruptured aneurysm
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- Plural
- aneurysms
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Etymology
From Greek aneurysma ("a widening"), from ana- ("up") + eurys ("wide").
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Frequently asked questions
What does “aneurysm” mean?
The word “aneurysm” means a dangerous bulge in the wall of a blood vessel, caused by a weak spot that swells under blood pressure. In plain terms, a weak, bulging section of an artery or vein that can be serious if it bursts.
How do you pronounce “aneurysm”?
“Aneurysm” is pronounced AN-yuur-ihz-uhm (/ˈæn.jəɹ.ɪz.əm/ in IPA).
How do you use “aneurysm” in a sentence?
Here is “aneurysm” used in a sentence: “Doctors found a small aneurysm in her brain during a routine scan.”
What part of speech is “aneurysm”?
“Aneurysm” is a noun.
Where does the word “aneurysm” come from?
The word “aneurysm” comes from Greek. From Greek aneurysma ("a widening"), from ana- ("up") + eurys ("wide").
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