Eleven
Eleven
Eleven (pronunciation: /ɪˈlɛv(ə)n/) is a term that, while not directly related to medical terminology, can be found in various medical contexts. It is a cardinal number that is the sum of ten and one.
Etymology
The term "eleven" originates from the Old English endleofan, which itself comes from the Proto-Germanic *ainalif, a compound of *ainaz and *lif- which mean "one" and "left" respectively. This etymology suggests the original meaning of "one left" (after ten).
Medical Context
In a medical context, "eleven" can be found in the name of certain medical conditions or syndromes, such as Eleven Syndrome, a rare genetic disorder. It can also refer to the number of pairs of cranial nerves in the human body, which are crucial for various bodily functions.
Related Terms
- Eleven Syndrome: A rare genetic disorder characterized by various symptoms and conditions.
- Cranial Nerves: The twelve pairs of nerves that emerge directly from the brain, not the spinal cord, and pass through separate apertures in the skull.
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Eleven
- Wikipedia's article - Eleven
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