Definition

Relating to substances or actions that induce abortion or speed up childbirth.

Example

The doctor prescribed an ecbolic agent to help with the delivery process.

Conversation

I heard they are using ecbolic methods in some hospitals now.

Really? That's interesting! What does that mean exactly?

It refers to inducing childbirth or even abortion in certain cases.

Wow, I had no idea they had specific terms for that.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Definition

A substance or agent that causes the expulsion of a fetus or accelerates childbirth.

Example

The doctor prescribed an ecbolic to help with the delivery process.

Conversation

I read an interesting article about ecbolic agents yesterday.

Oh really? What did it say?

It explained how they can hasten delivery in certain situations.

Root Explanation

Ecbolic is derived from the Greek word "ekbolikos" (meaning to throw out or expel), which comes from "ekballein" (meaning to throw out). The term refers to substances or agents that induce expulsion, particularly in a medical context.

Memory Tip

Think of the Greek root 'ekballein', which means to 'throw out' — this helps you remember that 'ecbolic' refers to something that causes expulsion.

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