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uric

1

[yoor-ik]

adjective

  1. of, pertaining to, contained in, or derived from urine.



uric-

2
  1. a combining form of uric acid.

    uricolysis.

uric

/ ˈjʊərɪk /

adjective

  1. of, concerning, or derived from urine

“Collins English Dictionary — Complete & Unabridged” 2012 Digital Edition © William Collins Sons & Co. Ltd. 1979, 1986 © HarperCollins Publishers 1998, 2000, 2003, 2005, 2006, 2007, 2009, 2012
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Word History and Origins

Origin of uric1

First recorded in 1790–1800; ur- 1 + -ic
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Word History and Origins

Origin of uric1

C18: from uro- 1 + -ic
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Example Sentences

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Along with uric acid, glomerular filtration rate is a key measure of kidney health.

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Once uric acid crystals build up in joints and tissues, they can cause pain, swelling and redness, often starting in the big toe, but can spread to ankles, knees and other joints.

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In addition to temperature and pH, the bandage's biosensor monitors levels of ammonium, glucose, lactate and uric acid; together these measurements provide information about inflammation, infection and stage of healing.

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Gout is associated with high levels of uric acid.

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Birds that ingested more plastic had lower blood calcium levels, along with higher levels of cholesterol and uric acid. 

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