Only
Only
Only (pronunciation: /ˈoʊnli/) is an English word that is often used in medical terminology. It is derived from the Old English word "ānlic", which means "unique" or "singular".
Definition
In a medical context, "only" is used to specify a single condition, symptom, or treatment. It is used to indicate exclusivity or singularity. For example, in the phrase "the only symptom", it means that there is just one symptom present.
Usage in Medical Terminology
"Only" is frequently used in medical terminology to denote a specific condition or symptom. For example, in the term "only child syndrome", it refers to a condition that is believed to affect individuals who do not have any siblings.
In another example, "only" is used in the term "only eye", which refers to a condition where a person has vision in just one eye.
Related Terms
- Sole: Another term used to denote singularity or exclusivity in medical terminology.
- Exclusive: A term used to indicate that a condition or symptom is not shared with others.
- Single: A term used to indicate that there is just one of something, such as a single symptom or a single treatment option.
See Also
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Only
- Wikipedia's article - Only
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