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cyst

[sist]

cyst Definition

  • 1a sac-like pocket of membranous tissue that contains fluid, air, or other substances
  • 2a closed sac in the body that is lined with epithelium and contains liquid or semisolid material

Using cyst: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "cyst" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

  • Example

    The doctor drained the cyst on her wrist.

  • Example

    Ovarian cysts are common among women.

  • Example

    A sebaceous cyst is a type of cyst that forms in the skin.

cyst Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for cyst

Phrases with cyst

  • a noncancerous lump that most commonly develops along the tendons or joints of your wrists or hands

    Example

    She had to undergo surgery to remove the ganglion cyst from her wrist.

  • a cyst that occurs at the bottom of the tailbone (coccyx) and can become infected and filled with pus

    Example

    He was diagnosed with a pilonidal cyst after experiencing pain in his lower back.

  • a type of ovarian cyst filled with old blood that has turned brown

    Example

    She was diagnosed with a chocolate cyst after experiencing abdominal pain and bloating.

Origins of cyst

from Greek 'kustis', meaning 'bladder'

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Summary: cyst in Brief

A 'cyst' [sist] is a sac-like pocket of membranous tissue that contains fluid, air, or other substances. It can occur anywhere in the body and is usually benign. Examples include ovarian cysts, sebaceous cysts, and ganglion cysts. The term 'cyst' is formal and can be replaced with 'sac.'