Fritter
Fritter
Fritter (/ˈfrɪtər/) is a term that, in the medical context, is not commonly used. However, it can be metaphorically applied to describe the wasting or squandering of resources, such as time or health.
Etymology
The term "fritter" originates from the Old French word 'friture', which is related to 'frire' meaning 'to fry'. In the medical context, it is used metaphorically and does not have a direct etymological origin related to health or medicine.
Related Terms
- Waste: In a medical context, waste can refer to the body's excretion or the misuse of resources in a healthcare setting.
- Health: The overall condition of an organism at a given time, often seen as a resource that can be 'frittered away' through unhealthy lifestyle choices.
- Lifestyle: The way in which a person or group lives, which can impact health and lead to it being 'frittered away'.
- Resource Management: In healthcare, this refers to the efficient and effective deployment of an organization's resources when they are needed.
See Also
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Fritter
- Wikipedia's article - Fritter
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