How Do You Spell SANGUIFEROUS?

Pronunciation: [saŋɡwˈɪfəɹəs] (IPA)

The word "Sanguiferous" is spelled as /sæŋˈɡwɪfərəs/. The first syllable "san" is pronounced as "sæn" with a short "a" sound, followed by "gu" pronounced as "gw". The "i" in "if" is pronounced as a short "i" sound and the "e" in "rous" is pronounced as "ə" or "uh" sound. Combined, the word means "blood-carrying" or "pertaining to blood vessels". Its accurate spelling can help professionals in the medical field to better understand and communicate information related to anatomical structures.

SANGUIFEROUS Meaning and Definition

1. Sanguiferous is an adjective that describes something related to or carrying blood. It is derived from the Latin words "sanguis," meaning blood, and "ferous," which pertains to carrying or bearing. This term is often used in medical or scientific contexts to highlight the presence or function of blood.

   In the field of anatomy, sanguiferous describes the blood vessels that transport blood throughout the body. It specifically refers to the arteries, veins, and capillaries that form an intricate network responsible for carrying oxygen, nutrients, hormones, and immune cells to various tissues and organs, while simultaneously removing waste products.

   The term sanguiferous may also be used to describe bodily fluids that contain blood or have a reddish appearance. For example, a sanguiferous discharge may refer to bleeding or the presence of blood in a bodily fluid, such as nasal discharge or menstrual flow.

   In a broader sense, sanguiferous can be used metaphorically to describe a situation or event that involves violence or bloodshed. It signifies a connection to blood, either literally or symbolically, which adds a connotation of intensity, life force, or change.

2. Conveying blood, circulatory.

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

3. Conveying blood.

   Etymological and pronouncing dictionary of the English language. By Stormonth, James, Phelp, P. H. Published 1874.

Common Misspellings for SANGUIFEROUS

• aanguiferous
• zanguiferous
• xanguiferous
• danguiferous
• eanguiferous
• wanguiferous
• sznguiferous
• ssnguiferous
• swnguiferous
• sqnguiferous
• sabguiferous
• samguiferous
• sajguiferous
• sahguiferous
• sanfuiferous
• sanvuiferous
• sanbuiferous
• sanhuiferous
• sanyuiferous
• santuiferous

Etymology of SANGUIFEROUS

The word sanguiferous is derived from Latin. It comes from the combination of two Latin words: sanguis, meaning blood, and ferre, meaning to carry. Therefore, sanguiferous literally translates to blood-carrying or blood-bearing.

Similar spelling words for SANGUIFEROUS

• zinkiferous,
• Sanguivorous,
• zinckiferous.