calculous

[ kal-kyuh-luhs ]

adjective

, Pathology.

1. characterized by the presence of calculus, or stone.

calculous

/ ˈkælkjʊləs /

adjective

1. pathol of or suffering from a calculus

Word History and Origins

Origin of calculous¹

1400–50; late Middle English calculose, full of stones < Latin calculōsus, equivalent to calcul ( us ) small stone ( calculus ) + -ōsus -ous

Example Sentences

Then an additional malady (apparently some calculous one) comes on John, and stops by him for the six remaining years of his life.

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The Gravel Root has long had some reputation in urinary difficulties, and even in calculous affections.

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It is used in dyeing, and has been recommended in dyspepsia, calculous affections, and chronic diarrha.

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Hydrangea has diuretic properties and is said to have been much used by the Cherokees and early settlers in calculous complaints.

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