Vacant
Vacant
Vacant (pronounced: /ˈveɪkənt/) is a term often used in the medical field to describe a state of emptiness or non-occupancy. It is derived from the Latin word 'vacans', which means 'empty'.
Etymology
The term 'vacant' is derived from the Latin word 'vacans', which is the present participle of 'vacare', meaning 'to be empty'. It was first used in the English language in the 14th century.
Medical Usage
In medical terminology, 'vacant' is often used to describe a state of emptiness or non-occupancy. For example, a vacant blood vessel would be one that is not currently carrying blood. Similarly, a vacant receptor site on a cell would be one that is not currently bound to a ligand.
Related Terms
- Vacant site: A site on a molecule or cell that is not currently occupied by its usual ligand or substrate.
- Vacant lot syndrome: A term used in psychology to describe a state of emptiness or lack of purpose.
- Vacant stare: A term used in neurology to describe a blank, unresponsive gaze often seen in certain neurological or psychiatric conditions.
See Also
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Vacant
- Wikipedia's article - Vacant
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