Discussing and etymologizing common terms within the medical field

My links:My Ko-fi: https://ko-fi.com/rhetoricrevolutionSend me a voice message!: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/liam-connerlyTikTok: ⁠https://www.tiktok.com/@mrconnerly?is_from_webapp=1&sender_device=pc⁠Email: ⁠[email protected]⁠Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/connerlyliam/Podcast | Latin in Layman’s - A Rhetoric Revolution https://open.spotify.com/show/0EjiYFx1K4lwfykjf5jApM?si=b871da6367d74d92YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@MrConnerly Credence (noun): Belief, confidence, or trust. Etymology: From Latin "credentia", meaning "trustworthiness".Credential (noun): A document or token that attests to a person's identity, qualifications, or authority. Etymology: The word "credential" comes from the Latin word "credentus," which means "believing." It was first used in English in the 1670s to refer to letters of authorization given to an ambassador by a government. In the 1750s, the word began to be used more generally to refer to any document that provides evidence of a person's qualifications or authority.Credible (adjective): Believable or trustworthy. Etymology: From Latin "credere", meaning "to believe".Credit (noun): Belief in the ability of someone or something to fulfill a financial obligation. Etymology: From Latin "creditum", meaning "something entrusted/ having been entrusted".Credo (noun): A statement of belief, especially a religious one. Etymology: From Latin "credo", meaning "I believe".Credulous (adjective): Easily persuaded to believe something, especially something that is false or improbable. Etymology: From Latin "credulus", meaning "trusting".Creed (noun): A system of religious beliefs. Etymology: From Latin "credere", meaning "to believe".Incredible (adjective): So extraordinary as to be unbelievable. Etymology: From Latin "incredibilis", meaning "not to be believed".Novel (noun): A long, fictional prose narrative that tells the story of imaginary people and events. Etymology: From Latin "novus", meaning "new".Novice (noun): A beginner or learner, especially in a religious order. Etymology: From Latin "novus", meaning "new".Innovation (noun): The introduction of something new, especially with the introduction of new methods, ideas, or products. Etymology: From Latin "novus", meaning "new" and "facere", meaning "to make".Nova (noun): A star that suddenly increases in brightness, then fades away over a period of weeks or months. Etymology: Latin, meaning "new".Supernova (noun): A star that suddenly explodes and becomes extremely bright. Etymology: Latin, meaning "super new".Renovate (verb): To make something new or like new again, especially by repairing or restoring it. Etymology: From Latin "novus", meaning "new" and "re", meaning "again".Novation (noun): The substitution of a new obligation for an old one. Etymology: From Latin "novus", meaning "new" and "facere", meaning "to make".

1. Anatomy: The branch of science concerned with the structure of living organisms and their parts. Etymologically, it is derived from the Greek ἀνατομία, anatomia, meaning "dissection".2. Physiology: The branch of science concerned with the normal functioning of living organisms and their parts. Etymologically, it is derived from the Greek φυσιολογία, physis, meaning "nature" and logos, meaning "study of."3. Pathology: The branch of medicine concerned with the causes, processes and effects of diseases. Etymologically, it is derived from the Greek παθολογία, pathos, meaning "suffering" and logos, meaning "study of."4. Diagnosis: The process of identifying a medical condition or disease from its symptoms. Etymologically, it is derived from the Greek διαγνωστικός, diagignos, meaning "to distinguish."5. Prognosis: The prediction of the course, outcome or treatment of a medical condition or disease. Etymologically, it is derived from the Greek προγνωστικός, prognostikos, meaning "to foresee."6. Pharmacology: The branch of science concerned with the study of drugs and their effects. Etymologically, it is derived from the Greek φάρμακον, pharmakon, meaning "drug" and logos, meaning "study of."7. Surgery: The branch of medicine concerned with the treatment of disease, injury or deformity by manual or operative means. Etymologically, it is derived from the Greek χειρουργία, cheirourgia, meaning "hand work."8. Therapy: The treatment of a medical condition with drugs or other medical interventions. Etymologically, it is derived from the Greek θεραπεία, therapeia, meaning "treatment." of nature”. 7. Cytology: The study of the structure, function, and diseases of cells. Etymologically, cytology comes from the Greek word κυτολογία, meaning “study of cells”. 8. Immunology: The branch of medical science that deals with the body’s natural resistance to disease. Etymologically, immunology comes from the Greek word ἰμουνολογία, meaning “study of immunity”. 9. Endocrinology: The branch of medical science that deals with the study of the endocrine glands and their secretions. Etymologically, endocrinology comes from the Greek word ἔνδον, meaning “inside”, and κρεων, meaning “secretion”. 10. Radiology: The branch of medical science that deals with the use of x-rays and other forms of radiation to diagnose and treat diseases. Etymologically, radiology comes from the Latin word radius, meaning “ray”.

Physiology: • Anatomy: The study of the structure and organization of living things.  From the Greek anathomē, meaning “cutting up” or “dissection.” • Biomechanics: The study of the mechanical properties of living tissue and how they interact with the environment. From the Greek bios, meaning “life”, and the Latin mecanicus, meaning “mechanics.” • Cardiovascular: The study of the heart and its function in the body. From the Latin cardiovasculum, meaning “heart vessel”.• Endocrinology: The study of the endocrine system and hormones, and their effects on the body. From the Greek endon, meaning “within”, and krinein, meaning “to separate”.• Neurophysiology: The study of the nervous system and its functions. From the Greek neuron, meaning “nerve”, and physiologia, meaning “natural science”.• Physiological Adaptation: The process by which the body changes to accommodate new environmental conditions. From the Latin adaptare, meaning “to fit”.• Respiration: The process by which oxygen and carbon dioxide are exchanged in the body. From the Latin respirare, meaning “to breathe”. • Skeletal System: The study of the bones, joints, and cartilage in the body. From the Latin skeletum, meaning “dried up” or “dry”. • Thermoregulation: The study of the regulation of body temperature. From the Greek thermos, meaning “heat”, and the Latin regulare, meaning “to rule”. Kinesiology: • Biomechanics: The study of the mechanical properties of living tissue and how they interact with the environment. From the Greek bios, meaning “life”, and the Latin mecanicus, meaning “mechanics.” • Exercise Physiology: The study of the physiological responses and adaptations to physical activity. From the Latin exercitare, meaning “to train”. • Human Movement: The study of the body’s movements and the coordination and control of muscular activity. From the Latin humanus, meaning “human”, and the Greek movere, meaning “to move”. • Kinetics: The study of motion and its effects on the body. From the Greek kinesis, meaning “motion”.• Motor Control: The study of the coordination, control, and organization of movement. From the Latin motus, meaning “motion”, and the Latin controlare, meaning “to control”. • Motor Development: The study of the development of motor skills throughout the life cycle. From the Latin motus, meaning “motion”, and the Latin developere, meaning “to unfold”. • Musculoskeletal System: The study of the muscles, bones, and joints of the body. From the Latin musculus, meaning “muscle”, and the Greek skelēton, meaning “skeleton”. • Neuromuscular Physiology: The study of the nervous system and its effects on the muscles. From the Greek neuron, meaning “nerve”, and the Latin musculus, meaning “muscle”. • Sports Medicine: The study of the prevention and treatment of sports-related injuries. From the Latin sporta, meaning “a game”, and the Latin mederi, meaning “to heal”. 

My links:My Ko-fi: https://ko-fi.com/rhetoricrevolutionSend me a voice message!: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/liam-connerlyTikTok: ⁠https://www.tiktok.com/@mrconnerly?is_from_webapp=1&sender_device=pc⁠Email: ⁠[email protected]⁠Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/connerlyliam/Podcast | Latin in Layman’s - A Rhetoric Revolution https://open.spotify.com/show/0EjiYFx1K4lwfykjf5jApM?si=b871da6367d74d92YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@MrConnerly In ancient Greek mythology, Phaethon was the son of the sun god Helios. One day, he begged his father to let him drive the chariot of the sun across the sky. Despite Helios' warnings, Phaethon insisted, and Helios reluctantly gave in. However, Phaethon was unable to control the fiery horses, and the sun chariot veered dangerously close to the earth, causing chaos and destruction. To prevent further disaster, Zeus struck Phaethon with a lightning bolt, sending him crashing to his death.The myth of Phaethon and the sun chariot serves as a cautionary tale about the dangers of hubris and the importance of respecting authority. Phaethon's reckless desire for power and glory ultimately led to his downfall, and his death serves as a warning to those who would seek to defy the natural order of things.In the modern world, this myth is particularly relevant in the context of environmentalism. Just as Phaethon's actions threatened the stability of the universe, humanity's reckless exploitation of the earth's resources threatens the delicate balance of our ecosystem. The myth of Phaethon reminds us of the importance of humility and respect for the natural world, and the consequences of our actions if we fail to heed these lessons.In conclusion, the myth of Phaethon and the sun chariot is a timeless tale that continues to resonate with audiences today. Its moral implications serve as a warning against the dangers of pride and arrogance, and its associations with the modern world remind us of the importance of environmental responsibility. As we continue to face new challenges and struggles, the myth of Phaethon provides us with a powerful reminder of the potential consequences of our actions and the importance of humility and respect.

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My links:My Ko-fi: https://ko-fi.com/rhetoricrevolutionSend me a voice message!: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/liam-connerlyTikTok: ⁠https://www.tiktok.com/@mrconnerly?is_from_webapp=1&sender_device=pc⁠Email: ⁠[email protected]⁠Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/connerlyliam/Podcast | Latin in Layman’s - A Rhetoric Revolution https://open.spotify.com/show/0EjiYFx1K4lwfykjf5jApM?si=b871da6367d74d92YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@MrConnerly Where the first declension includes mostly feminine nouns with -a- at the end of their base, second declension includes mostly masculine and neuter nouns with -o- at the end of their base. The second declension has different forms from the first declension but the uses of the cases are the same. However, there’s another important distinction between first and second declension: the -o- at the end of the base in second declension is weak and it doesn’t show up as -o- as often as the -a- shows up in first declension. The second-declension -o- can appear as -u-, as in the nominative singular (-us) or the accusative singular (-um) or it can appear as -i- as in the genitive singular and nominative plural (-i) and the dative and ablative plural (-is). Here are the endings for second declension masculine, beginning with the singular. The nominative singular: -us or in some cases -er. We’ll discuss that in a second. The genitive singular: -i Dative: -o Accusative: -um Ablative: -oand an irregular vocative: -ě In the plural the endings are: -i -orum -is-os-is. The vocative is regular here in the plural. It’s identical to the nominative -i. 

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There are five essential grammatical terms that are used in reference to verbs. They are  Mood  tense  Voice  Person Number. You should become familiar with these terms as soon as you can.  The mood of the verb indicates how the speaker feels about the action. Does the speaker feel that what’s being said is a fact, a command, or is there something uncertain about it in the speaker’s mind? Mood can also show that the verb is inside complicated grammar.  Tense is the grammatical term used to indicate when the action of the verb is happening.  Voice is the term used to indicate whether the subject of the verb is acting or being acted upon.  Person is the grammatical term which indicates the nature of the subject. Is it I, you, he/she/it, we, you plural, or where I grew up, y’all, or they?  And finally, number says whether the subject is singular or plural, that is, one person or many.  Another important grammatical term concerning Latin verbs is conjugation. Conjugation has two meanings in Latin.  It’s the process of joining a personal ending onto the base of a verb to form a full Latin verb form,  And it’s the term used to refer to one of the five categories of Latin verbs which are distinguished from each other by the vowels found at the end of their base (/a/, /ē/, /ě/, /ī/, /ĭ/).  Now let’s look at how to form a Latin verb. Latin verbs in the present tense consist of three elements:  the verb base the thematic vowel and a personal ending.  The verb base conveys the verb’s meaning. For instance, am- conveys the sense of “love”; laud-, “praise”; duc-, “lead.”  The thematic vowel signals which conjugation or category the verb belongs to. -a- is the thematic vowel for first conjugation; -ē- is the thematic vowel for second conjugation. Later we’ll learn that -ě- signals third conjugation and -i- signals fourth and third-io. A verb belongs to one conjugation and that’s all. Which conjugation has to be memorized with each verb.  Finally, the personal ending indicates the person and number of the verb, that is, who’s doing the action of the verb. Person signals whether it is first, second or third person, and number signals whether it is singular or plural. The person and number of the subject and verb must agree, in other words, must be the same. Personal endings are attached only to finite verbs.  These are verbs with personal endings, as opposed to “infinitives,” which are verbs that have no endings. Finally, finite verbs serve as the main verbs of sentences and clauses.  Latin verb endings carry important grammatical information.  First, they show person: first, second or third.  First person signifies “me” or “my group.” In English first person is represented by the pronouns “I” or “we.”  Second person represents the person to whom the speaker is talking. “You” is used in standard English to indicate both the singular and plural, but where I come from there’s a very useful second-person plural form of “you,” “y’all.” So, we’re gonna use “y’all” in this class when we mean second person plural, ‘cause that’s a good thing to know. Like how many of you all there are out there? And if y’all don’t like it, y’all can just learn to live with it.  And finally, third person, the person or persons over there, represented in English by “he,” “she,” or “it,” and in the plural, “they.”  Latin verb endings also show number, that is singular or plural. The singular pronouns are “I,” “you,” “he,” “she” and “it,” and the plural pronouns are “we,” “y’all,” and “they.” The Latin personal endings which are used at the end of Latin verbs to indicate person and number are as follows: -o (sometimes -m) meaning “I,” -s meaning “you,” -t meaning “he, she, it,” -mus meaning “we,” -tis meaning “you” or “y’all,” and -nt meaning “they.” 

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