Emerods
Emerods (pronounced: /ˈɛməˌrɒdz/) is an archaic term used in the King James Version of the Bible to refer to what is believed to be hemorrhoids. The term is derived from the Old English emerod, which in turn is believed to have originated from the Latin emorrhoides, meaning "bleeding veins".
Etymology
The term Emerods is believed to have originated from the Latin emorrhoides, which means "bleeding veins". This term was used in the King James Version of the Bible to refer to a condition that is believed to be hemorrhoids. The term has since fallen out of common usage and is considered archaic.
Pronunciation
Emerods is pronounced as /ˈɛməˌrɒdz/.
Related Terms
- Hemorrhoids: Swollen veins in the lowest part of the rectum and anus. When the walls of these vessels are stretched, they become irritated.
- Piles: Another term for hemorrhoids.
- Rectum: The final section of the large intestine, terminating at the anus.
- Anus: The opening at the end of the alimentary canal through which solid waste matter leaves the body.
See Also
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Emerods
- Wikipedia's article - Emerods
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