varicocele

[ var-i-koh-seel ]

noun

, Pathology.

1. a varicose condition of the spermatic veins of the scrotum.

varicocele

/ ˈværɪkəʊˌsiːl /

noun

1. pathol an abnormal distension of the veins of the spermatic cord in the scrotum

Word History and Origins

Origin of varicocele¹

First recorded in 1730–40; varico- + -cele ¹

Example Sentences

Varicocele amoveri potest, et si mature operetur chirurgus impotentia evitatur.

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Chicago has more than twenty specialists who profess to cure varicocele.

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To begin with, varicocele is a surgical disease and is only cured by an operation.

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"Five-day varicocele cure" meets the eye of the reader on nearly every page.

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In a little while you are surprised to receive mail from all parts of the country—all wanting you to purchase a varicocele cure.

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