Dropsy (noun)

A condition characterized by the accumulation of fluid in the body, particularly in the tissues, that causes swelling or edema.

Origin:

From the greek word "dropsy" meaning fluid, it refers to a condition characterized by the accumulation of fluid in the body, particularly in the tissues, that causes swelling or edema. it can be caused by a variety of factors such as heart or kidney problems, or as a symptom of another disease.

Examples:

1. The patient had dropsy, which caused her legs to swell.
2. Dropsy is a symptom of heart failure.
3. Dropsy can be caused by a variety of factors such as heart or kidney problems.
4. The patient's dropsy was treated with diuretics to help remove the excess fluid.
5. Dropsy is a condition characterized by the accumulation of fluid in the body, particularly in the tissues, that causes swelling or edema.