Definition

Relating to or originating from the blood, often used to describe conditions or processes that involve the blood.

Example

The doctor explained that the infection was hematogenous, meaning it spread through the bloodstream.

Conversation

Did you hear about the new study on hematogenous infections?

No, I haven't! What did they find out?

They discovered that some bacteria can spread through the bloodstream, causing serious issues.

That's really interesting! It's amazing how much our blood can impact our health.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Hematogenous → It is formed from "haima" (meaning blood) and "genes" (meaning born of or produced by). The word describes something that is produced by or originates from blood.

Memory Tip

Think of 'blood' ('haima') being the source of something — that's why hematogenous refers to something that comes from blood.

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