Elegant

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Elegant

Elegant (pronunciation: /ˈɛlɪɡ(ə)nt/) is an adjective often used in the medical field to describe a solution or procedure that is simple yet effective, achieving maximum productivity with minimum wasted effort or expense.

Etymology

The term "elegant" originates from the Latin word "elegans", which means "choice, fine, or tasteful". It was first used in the English language in the late 15th century.

Related Terms

  • Elegance: The quality of being graceful and stylish in appearance or manner.
  • Efficiency: The state or quality of being efficient, especially in terms of input and output, effort and result, or expenditure and income.
  • Simplicity: The quality or condition of being easy to understand or do.
  • Effectiveness: The degree to which something is successful in producing a desired result; success.

Usage in Medical Context

In a medical context, an "elegant" solution or procedure is one that is not overly complicated, yet achieves its intended result effectively. For example, a surgical procedure may be described as elegant if it achieves the desired outcome with minimal incisions or complications. Similarly, a drug may be described as elegant if it effectively treats a condition with minimal side effects.

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