Definition

Relating to a condition where a person does not produce urine.

Example

The patient was diagnosed as anuric after several days without urination.

Conversation

I heard that some medical conditions can be classified as anuric.

Really? What does that mean exactly?

It means a person isn't producing urine, which can be serious.

Wow, that sounds intense. I hope I never have to deal with something like that.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Anuric is formed from "an-" (meaning without) and "ouron" (from Greek, meaning urine). The word describes a condition characterized by the absence of urine production.

Memory Tip

Think of 'without' ('an-') and 'urine' ('ouron') to remember that 'anuric' refers to a state of not producing urine.

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