anemia
UK: əˈniːmiə | US: əˈniːmiə
n. a medical condition characterized by a deficiency of red blood cells or hemoglobin, leading to fatigue and pallor.
anemia = an<without> + emia<blood condition>
- an (from Greek an-, meaning "without" or "lack of")
- emia (from Greek -haimia, meaning "blood condition" or "related to blood")
Etymology Origin:
The word anemia originates from Greek anaimia, combining an- (absence) and haima (blood). It entered English via Latin and French, retaining its core meaning of "lack of blood." The term reflects the medical understanding of the condition as a deficiency in red blood cells or hemoglobin, impairing oxygen transport.
The doctor diagnosed her with anemia after noticing her persistent fatigue.
Iron-rich foods are often recommended to combat anemia.
Severe anemia can lead to shortness of breath and dizziness.
The patient’s pale skin was a visible sign of anemia.
Vitamin B12 deficiency is a common cause of pernicious anemia.