stasis
[ stey-sis, stas-is ]
/ ˈsteɪ sɪs, ˈstæs ɪs /
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noun, plural sta·ses [stey-seez, stas-eez]. /ˈsteɪ siz, ˈstæs iz/.
the state of equilibrium or inactivity caused by opposing equal forces.
Pathology. stagnation in the flow of any of the fluids of the body, as of the blood in an inflamed area or the intestinal contents proximal to an obstruction.
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British Dictionary definitions for stasis
stasis
/ (ˈsteɪsɪs) /
noun
pathol a stagnation in the normal flow of bodily fluids, such as the blood or urine
literature a state or condition in which there is no action or progress; static situationdramatic stasis
Word Origin for stasis
C18: via New Latin from Greek: a standing, from histanai to cause to stand; related to Latin stāre to stand
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Medical definitions for stasis (1 of 2)
stasis
[ stā′sĭs, stăs′ĭs ]
n. pl. sta•ses (stā′sēz, stăs′ēz)
Stoppage of the normal flow of a body substance, as of blood through an artery or of intestinal contents through the bowels.
Medical definitions for stasis (2 of 2)
-stasis
suff.
Slowing; stoppage:cytostasis.
Stable state:homeostasis.
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