ascites

noun

as·​ci·​tes ə-ˈsī-tēz 

plural ascites

: abnormal accumulation of serous fluid in the spaces between tissues and organs in the cavity of the abdomen

ascitic

ə-ˈsi-tik 

adjective

Word History

Etymology

Middle English aschytes, from Late Latin ascites, from Greek askitēs, from askos

First Known Use

14th century, in the meaning defined above

Medical Definition

ascites

noun

as·​ci·​tes ə-ˈsīt-ēz 

plural ascites

: abnormal accumulation of serous fluid in the spaces between tissues and organs in the cavity of the abdomen

called also hydroperitoneum

ascitic

-ˈsit-ik 

adjective