Cyst Meaning
/sɪst/Definition, CEFR level C1, pronunciation, examples, and quiz.
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Definition
nounA pouch or sac without opening, usually membranous and containing morbid matter, which develops in one of the natural cavities or in the substance of an organ.
Sentence Examples
Angela was in the hospital to have a cyst drained.
Ziri has an epidermoid cyst.
CEFR Practice Quiz
The doctor drained the painful ____ from the patient's lower back.
CEFR Practice Quiz (Alternate)
Angela was in the hospital to have a ____ drained.
Word Origin & History
Etymology tree Proto-Indo-European *(s)kewH-? Proto-Indo-European *ḱewh₁-der.? Ancient Greek κύω (kúō)? Ancient Greek κύστις (kústis)der. Late Latin cystisder. English cyst From Late Latin cystis, from Ancient Greek κύστις (kústis, “anatomical sac”).
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CEFR Practice Quiz
The doctor drained the painful ____ from the patient's lower back.
CEFR Practice Quiz (Alternate)
Angela was in the hospital to have a ____ drained.