Fundic

/ˈfʌndɪk/ adjective

Definition

Relating to the fundus, especially the fundus of the stomach.

Etymology

From Latin 'fundus' (bottom, base) plus the adjective suffix '-ic'. Used in medical terminology since the 1800s.

Kelly Says

Doctors talk about 'fundic glands' in your stomach—these are at the very bottom, which is why they're named after the Latin word for 'bottom.' The Romans were pretty literal with their anatomy names!

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