Ectopic (adjective)

Occurring in a place that is not normal or usual.

Origin:

Early 19th century: from greek ektōpios "out of place", from ek- "out" + tōpos "place".

Examples:

1. An ectopic pregnancy is one that occurs outside the uterus.
2. The patient was diagnosed with an ectopic kidney, which was situated on the opposite side to normal.
3. The ectopic growth of cells can lead to cancer.
4. Doctors had to remove the patient's ectopic appendix which was located in the pelvic area.
5. The ectopic heartbeats were a symptom of a more serious underlying condition.