English word origin

Etymology of epi

Clipping of epinephrine.

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Source etymology 1

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noun

A syringe or autoinjector filled with epinephrine, most frequently used for the treatment of acute allergic reactions to avoid or treat the onset of anaphylactic shock. · epinephrine

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Clipping of epinephrine.

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Source etymology 2

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noun

Abbreviation of epimorphism.

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Clipping of epimorphism.

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Source etymology 3

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noun

Abbreviation of epidural.

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Clipping of epidural.

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Source etymology 4

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noun

Abbreviation of episiotomy.

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Clipping of episiotomy.

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Source etymology 5

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noun

Abbreviation of episode.

Selected source glosses provide context, not a complete modern definition inventory

Abbreviation.

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Source etymology 6

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noun

Abbreviation of epithelial cell.

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Clipping of epithelial.

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Source etymology 7

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noun

Abbreviation of epiphyllum.

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Clipping of epiphyllum.

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