LITHIASIS

lithiasis

(noun) the formation of stones (calculi) in an internal organ

Source: WordNet® 3.1


Etymology

Noun

lithiasis (plural lithiases)

(medicine) The process of forming stone-like deposits or calculi formed in an internal organ, such as a gallstone in the gall bladder.

Source: Wiktionary


Li*thi"a*sis, n. Etym: [NL., fr. Gr. (Med.)

Definition: The formation of stony concretions or calculi in any part of the body, especially in the bladder and urinary passages. Dunglison.

Source: Webster’s Unabridged Dictionary 1913 Edition



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