Word Pronunciation & Dictionary

atheroprogression

Word Rarity Very rare

Frequency: 0.00 in modern English

Syllables: athero-pro-gres-sion
IPA

23

Scrabble Score

17

Letters

4

Syllables

11

Unique Chars

Meaning

noun

The development of atheromas, especially on the walls of the arteries

Uncountable

Example Sentences

"Hence, we investigated the role of pDCs in atherogenesis vs atheroprogression by specifically depleting this cell population using the BDCA2-DTR mouse model bred to Apolipoprotein E (Apoe -/- ) deficient mice."

Etymology

From athero- + progression.

Word Breakdown

Prefix: athero

Usage

Uncountable

Frequently Paired Words

atheroprogressive

Questions

What does atheroprogression mean?: The development of atheromas, especially on the walls of the arteries
Where does atheroprogression come from?: From athero- + progression.

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