How Do You Spell INTIMAL?

Pronunciation: [ˈɪntɪmə͡l] (IPA)

Intimal is a medical term used to describe the innermost layer of a blood vessel. The IPA phonetic transcription for this word is /ɪnˈtaɪməl/. The first syllable, "in", is pronounced to rhyme with "pin". The second syllable, "tai", is pronounced as "tie" with the stress placed on it. The third syllable, "məl", is pronounced as "mull" without pronouncing the "u" sound entirely. Spelling the word correctly is important when discussing cardiovascular health and disease.

INTIMAL Meaning and Definition

1. Intimal is an adjective that describes something related to or pertaining to the intima, which is the innermost layer of an organ or a structure in the human body. The intima is typically found in hollow organs or blood vessels, and it serves as a protective lining or barrier between the inner workings of the organ and the surrounding tissues or fluids.

   In medical contexts, intimal refers specifically to the intima of blood vessels. The intimal layer of blood vessels is composed of endothelial cells, which provide a smooth and non-adhesive surface for the smooth flow of blood. It acts as a barrier, preventing the contents of the blood vessels from leaking into the surrounding tissues.

   Intimal thickening or intimal hyperplasia is a medical condition where the intimal layer becomes thickened or enlarged, typically in response to injury or inflammation. This condition can restrict blood flow and lead to various cardiovascular problems.

   Outside the medical sphere, the term intimal can be used more broadly to describe the inmost layer or component of any structure or object. It implies a sense of innermost protection or separation, suggesting a boundary or barrier that separates the essential inner aspects from external elements.

2. Relating to the intima or inner coat of a blood-vessel.

   A practical medical dictionary. By Stedman, Thomas Lathrop. Published 1920.

Common Misspellings for INTIMAL

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Etymology of INTIMAL

The word "intimal" is derived from the noun "intima", which originates from the Latin word "intimus", meaning "innermost". In anatomy, the intima refers to the innermost layer of a blood vessel or an organ, particularly in reference to the inner lining of arteries. Therefore, "intimal" relates to or pertains to the intima.

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