Devon
Devon (medical term)
Devon (pronounced: /ˈdɛv.ən/) is a term used in the medical field, although it is not as common as other medical terminologies. The term is derived from the Old English Defenascir, which is related to the name of a county in England known as Devonshire.
Etymology
The term Devon is derived from the name of a county in England, Devonshire. The name Devonshire was first recorded as Defenascir in the Anglo-Saxon Chronicle in AD 894. The term Defenascir is made up of two parts: defena which means "of the Devonians" and scir which means "shire" or "territory".
Usage in Medical Field
In the medical field, the term Devon is used in a few specific contexts. For example, it is used to refer to a type of medical equipment known as a Devon frame, which is a type of support frame used in hospitals and other medical facilities.
Related Terms
- Medical Equipment: This is a broad term that refers to different types of equipment used in the medical field, including the Devon frame.
- Devon Frame: This is a specific type of medical equipment that is referred to as a Devon frame. It is a support frame used in hospitals and other medical facilities.
- Hospital: This is a place where medical care is provided to patients. Hospitals often use various types of medical equipment, including the Devon frame.
- Medical Facility: This is a broad term that refers to places where medical care is provided, including hospitals, clinics, and other similar places.
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Devon
- Wikipedia's article - Devon
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