Word 'adipose' in Other Languages
- adipose in Assamese অসমীয়া
- adipose in Bengali বাংলা
- adipose in Bodo बड़ो
- adipose in Dogri डोगरी
- adipose in English
- adipose in Gujarati ગુજરાતી
- adipose in Hindi हिन्दी
- adipose in Kannada ಕನ್ನಡ
- adipose in Kashmiri कॉशुर
- adipose in Konkani कोंकणी
- adipose in Maithili মৈথিলী
- adipose in Malayalam മലയാളം
- adipose in Manipuri মৈতৈলোন্
- adipose in Marathi मराठी
- adipose in Nepali नेपाली
- adipose in Oriya ଓଡ଼ିଆ
- adipose in Punjabi ਪੰਜਾਬੀ
- adipose in Sanskrit संस्कृतम्
- adipose in Santali
- adipose in Sindhi سنڌي
- adipose in Tamil தமிழ்
- adipose in Telugu తెలుగు
- adipose in Urdu اُردُو
Adipose
Part of Speech
Adjective
Pronunciation
/ˈædɪˌpoʊs/
Definitions
- Relating to or consisting of fat tissue.
- Characterized by an abundance of fat.
Usage Examples
- The adipose tissue in the body serves as an energy reserve.
- Excessive adipose deposits can lead to health issues.
Etymology
From Latin 'adeps,' meaning 'fat.'
Synonyms
- Fatty
- Obese
Antonyms
- Lean
- Skinny
Translations
| Language | Translation | Pronunciation |
|---|---|---|
| Spanish | Adiposo | /adiˈpo.so/ |
| French | Adipeux | /adi.pø/ |
| German | Adipös | /adiˈpøːs/ |
Regional Pronunciation Variations
In some regions, it may be pronounced as /ˈædɪˌpoʊz/.
Historical Usage
The term has been used in medical contexts since the 19th century to describe fat-related conditions.
Cultural Nuances
Understanding adipose tissue is essential in discussions about health, nutrition, and body image across cultures.
More Information
For additional insights on adipose tissue, refer to research on its role in metabolism and disease.