Etypic

/ɛˈtɪpɪk/ adjective

Definition

Not typical or characteristic; not fitting the usual pattern or type.

Etymology

From Greek a- (not) + typikos (typical, from typos meaning 'type' or 'mark'). This negative prefix construction developed in specialized English usage to describe unusual or atypical cases.

Kelly Says

In medicine, an 'etypic' presentation of a disease means it doesn't show the usual symptoms, which can make diagnosis tricky because doctors expect the classic signs.

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