Hemangiomata

/ˌhɛmænˌdʒiːˈoʊmətə/ noun

Definition

Alternative plural of hemangioma using the classical Greek/Latin plural form instead of the English '-s' plural.

Etymology

From 'hemangioma' + '-ta' (classical Greek neuter plural ending). This follows older medical convention of using Greek plurals for medical terms.

Kelly Says

Medical terminology sometimes shows off its classical roots—doctors could say either 'hemangiomas' or 'hemangiomata,' and both are correct, which confuses medical students everywhere!

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