Definition

Related to a medical imaging technique that uses sound waves to create images of organs and structures inside the body.

Example

The doctor used a sonographic device to examine the patient's heart.

Conversation

I just had my appointment for the sonographic test today.

Oh, really? How did it go?

It was interesting to see the images from the sonographic scan.

That sounds cool! I’ve always wanted to see how that looks.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Sonographic → It is formed from "sonus" (meaning sound) and "graphia" (meaning writing or recording). The word "sonographic" refers to the recording or imaging of sound waves, typically used in medical imaging techniques like ultrasound.

Memory Tip

Think of 'sound' ('sonus') being 'recorded' ('graphia') — that's what sonographic means.

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