The concept of drug addiction arises, according to the dictionary of the Royal Spanish Academy (RAE), from the English notion drug addiction. It is about drug addiction (the habit of a person who allows himself to be dominated by the impulse to consume). According to abbreviationfinder, DAA stands for Drug Addiction and or Alcoholism. Drug dependence involves… Read More »
The etymology of dose refers to medieval Latin, although its origin is found in the Greek word dósis (which can be translated as the “act of giving”). A dose is called a portion or an amount of something, whether material (physical) or immaterial (symbolic). For example: “The film needs a dose of suspense”, “The government… Read More »
A guideline is a rule or an instruction that is taken into account to do something. It is also about that which fixes how something will be produced. The guidelines, therefore, lay the foundations for the development of an activity or a project. For example: “The coach gave the captain the guidelines for the team… Read More »
A drawing is a figure, image or delineation that is usually done manually with the help of some tool (a pencil, a brush) on different materials. The concept of technician, on the other hand, refers to a procedure linked to science whose objective is to obtain a certain result. The graphic representation system of different… Read More »
The verb devour has its etymological origin in the Latin word devorāre. When linked to an animal, it alludes to the act of ingesting prey. For example: “The lion soon devoured the zebra”, “If you are easily impressed, I suggest you stop watching this documentary: I think now the tiger is going to devour a… Read More »
On the etymological origin of the term fainting that now concerns us, there are different theories. However, the one that is considered more accurate is the one that comes to establish that it derives from the old French. Specifically, it emanates from the word “esmaiier”, which can be translated as “fainting”, “disturbing” and even “perturbing”.… Read More »
In order to know the meaning of the term desertification, it is necessary, in the first place, to discover its etymological origin. In this case, we can state that it comes from Latin and that it is the result of the sum of several parts: -The prefix “de-”, which indicates “from top to bottom”. -The… Read More »
The term disaster, which derives from the Occitan language, refers to a tragic, unfortunate or unfortunate event. A disaster is a misfortune of great magnitude that greatly affects the victims or those affected. For example: “Disaster in Southeast Asia: a tsunami left more than a thousand dead”, “The earthquake caused a disaster in the entire… Read More »
Dequeism is a concept that is used in grammar to name the incorrect use of the expression “that”. The notion, therefore, refers to an improper way of using “of” (a preposition) together with “that” (conjunction) in the same sentence. In these times, dequeism has become one of the most frequent grammatical errors by citizens. So… Read More »
The concept of dendrite is used to name a protoplasmic extension with ramifications that is part of a nerve cell and allows it to receive stimulation from the outside. Dendrites, therefore, are terminal branches present in neurons that guarantee the reception of nerve impulses that arrive from an axon corresponding to another neuron. The dendrite,… Read More »
Cockroaches are insects with a black and reddish, flattened body, which have six legs and antennae. These animals belong to the hemimetabolous order since they develop in just three phases (egg, nymph and imago), carrying out an incomplete metamorphosis. There are thousands of species of cockroaches. In addition to having different sizes, the species are… Read More »
The term crowdfunding is not part of the dictionary prepared by the Royal Spanish Academy ( RAE ). The notion refers to a financing mechanism that consists of the contribution of small amounts of money by many people. Crowdfunding is therefore also known as crowdfunding. It is a collective financing, where an entrepreneur receives limited… Read More »
The etymology of the crystalline term takes us to the Latin crystallĭnus, although its root is found in the Greek krystállinos. It is an adjective that is used to describe what is typical of glass or that is made of this material. For example: “Crystalline products are the most expensive since a lot of money… Read More »
Default is a term that is not part of the dictionary of the Royal Spanish Academy (RAE), although it is frequently used in our language. It is an English word whose literal translation refers to something that is done by default or by default. Its most common use in Spanish, however, is different. Default occurs… Read More »
Before entering fully into the establishment of the meaning of the term due process, it is necessary to discover the etymological origin of the two words that give it shape: -Because, first of all, it comes from Latin. Specifically, it emanates from the verb “debere”, which can be translated as “to have something from another”.… Read More »
Compliance is a term that has its origin in the Latin word complementum and that refers to the action and effect of complying or being fulfilled. The verb fulfill, on the other hand, refers to executing something ; remedy someone and provide him with what he lacks; do something that is due; agree; or be… Read More »
According to abbreviationfinder.org, corona is a concept with multiple uses. The ornament made with flowers and other materials that is placed on the head and represents something symbolic; a round object, especially if it is on a high place; the grouping of leaves and flowers arranged in a circular manner; the currency of certain nations;… Read More »
Lyell ‘s syndrome is a life-threatening acute skin disease that is associated with extensive epidermolysis (detachment of the epidermis) and is due to pronounced drug intolerance or infection with staphylococci. With an incidence of about 1:1,000,000, Lyell’s syndrome is a rare disease. What is Lyell Syndrome? Lyell’s syndrome ( also “scalded skin syndrome”) is a… Read More »
Milk protein allergy or cow’s milk allergy mainly affects infants and children. Milk protein allergy often heals spontaneously but requires special diets. It is also to be differentiated from lactose intolerance. What is a milk protein allergy? Milk protein allergy is also known as cow ‘s milk or milk allergy. Above all, milk protein allergy… Read More »
There are people who cannot be clearly assigned to any gender. They carry characteristics of both genders and fall within the concept of intersexuality. In Greek mythology they were referred to as hermaphrodites. What is intersex? If there is a faulty sperm production and a sperm with expressions of both sexes fertilizes an egg cell, it… Read More »
A hangover (alcohol intoxication) is a mood disorder that begins with severe discomfort, headaches and nausea after heavy alcohol consumption. Most hangovers don’t appear until the next day or a few hours after drinking alcohol. A hangover is to be distinguished from alcohol poisoning. What is a hangover (alcohol intoxication)? If various health problems occur after excessive… Read More »
Liver cirrhosis, or liver shrinkage, is a chronic, progressive disease of the liver. One also speaks of a destruction of the liver, which is mostly holistically affected. In particular, the liver lobules are destroyed and converted into connective tissue. Liver cirrhosis can also be an end stage of other liver diseases. Men between the ages… Read More »
Lagophthalmos is the term for an incomplete lid closure of the eye. Sometimes the symptom leads to a widening of the lid gap. What is lagophthalmos? In some cases, however, lagophthalmos is caused by scars that result in a shortening of the eyelids. Lagophthalmos is an incomplete closure of the eyelid. The symptoms fall into… Read More »
Periosteum inflammation or periostitis affects the periosteum covering the bone. The disease, which is caused by various causes, can be completely cured in most cases with professional treatment. What is periosteum inflammation? Periostitis can lead to various health problems and, in isolated cases, cause serious complications. Irrespective of where the periosteum inflammation occurs, severe, mostly… Read More »
Hypochondria is a serious mental disorder. Those affected are firmly convinced that they are suffering from a serious illness, without this having been confirmed by a medical diagnosis. Those affected are usually very aware of their behavior, but still cannot control their fears. What is hypochondria? Hypochondriacs often conduct extensive self-research into specific illnesses, symptoms,… Read More »
According to abbreviationfinder, CP stands for colonic polyp. A colon polyp is a colon polyp. This refers to protrusions on the intestinal mucosa. What are colon polyps? Because colon polyps are at risk of developing into cancerous tumors, treatment consists of removing the tumors. This can often be done during the first colonoscopy. Colonic polyps are polyps… Read More »
Cut is the action and effect of cutting. This verb refers to dividing something with a cutting instrument or giving it a certain shape with scissors or tools. For example: “I am going to cut the pizza: please prepare your dishes”, “The tree was not cut very precisely and ended up damaging branches that were… Read More »
Cordón, from the French cordon, is a rope that can be made of various materials. Typically, this rope has a cylindrical shape and is used to hold something. For example: “I need a cord to tie the bundle”, “It is very windy: I better adjust the cord of my dress”, “The window is kept closed… Read More »
Originating from the Latin word conventionālis, according to abbreviationfinder.org, conventional is an adjective that alludes to that which is linked to an agreement: that is, to an agreement or a pact. The concept can also refer to what is established by tradition and what is not very original. For example: “Analysts warned that an unconventional… Read More »
Hypotrichosis with juvenile macular dystrophy is an inherited disease that is present from birth. The condition is usually referred to by the abbreviation HJMD. Hypotrichosis with juvenile macular dystrophy is relatively rare. Its main symptoms are weak hair growth (medical term hypotrichosis), which is noticeable even in small children. In addition, there is a so-called… Read More »