condyloma: meaning, definition, pronunciation and examples
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What does “condyloma” mean?
A raised wart-like growth, often occurring in the genital or anal area, usually caused by certain strains of the human papillomavirus (HPV).
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Definition
Meaning and Definition
A raised wart-like growth, often occurring in the genital or anal area, usually caused by certain strains of the human papillomavirus (HPV).
In medicine, a term referring to any wart-like lesion on the skin or mucous membranes, with 'condyloma acuminatum' being the specific clinical term for genital warts.
Dialectal Variation
British vs American Usage
Differences
No significant lexical differences. Spelling and pronunciation are consistent. The clinical context and terminology are identical.
Connotations
Solely medical and clinical; carries the same connotations of a sexually transmitted infection in both varieties.
Frequency
Extremely rare in non-medical contexts in both regions. Equally likely to be encountered in medical literature and practice.
Grammar
How to Use “condyloma” in a Sentence
The patient presented with [multiple] condyloma(s)/condylomata.Condyloma acuminatum is caused by [HPV type].Treatment for [anal/genital] condyloma involves [procedure].Vocabulary
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Examples
Examples of “condyloma” in a Sentence
verb
British English
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American English
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adverb
British English
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American English
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adjective
British English
- The condylomatous lesion was biopsied.
- Condylomatous tissue has a characteristic appearance.
American English
- The condylomatous growth was treated with cryotherapy.
- Condylomatous changes were noted on colposcopy.
Usage
Meaning in Context
Business
N/A
Academic
Used in medical textbooks, research papers, and clinical studies on virology, dermatology, and STIs.
Everyday
Virtually never used. Laypeople would say 'genital warts'.
Technical
Standard terminology in clinical diagnoses, pathology reports, and communication between healthcare professionals.
Vocabulary
Synonyms of “condyloma”
Vocabulary
Antonyms of “condyloma”
Watch out
Common Mistakes When Using “condyloma”
- Misspelling as 'condylomia' or 'condiloma'.
- Using it as a countable noun without pluralising ('a condyloma' is correct, 'a condylomata' is incorrect).
- Pronouncing the 'c' as /s/ instead of /k/.
FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
Yes, 'condyloma acuminatum' is the specific medical term for genital warts. 'Condyloma' alone can sometimes refer to other wart-like growths, but in common medical usage, it implies a genital/anal lesion caused by HPV.
In British English: /ˌkɒndɪˈləʊmə/ (kon-di-LOH-muh). In American English: /ˌkɑːndɪˈloʊmə/ (kahn-di-LOH-muh). The stress is on the third syllable.
The standard English plural is 'condylomas'. The traditional Latin-based plural, often used in medical texts, is 'condylomata' (/ˌkɒndɪˈləʊmətə/ or /ˌkɑːndɪˈloʊmətə/).
No. 'Condyloma' is a highly technical medical term. In everyday situations, even when discussing health, the phrase 'genital warts' is universally understood and more appropriate.
A raised wart-like growth, often occurring in the genital or anal area, usually caused by certain strains of the human papillomavirus (HPV).
Condyloma is usually technical / medical in register.
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Idioms & Phrases
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Learning
Memory Aids
Mnemonic
Think: CONDyloma sounds like KNOBBY growth (like a knob or node) in the LOwer MAle/female areas.
Conceptual Metaphor
A CONDYLOMA IS A UNWANTED PLANT: it 'grows', can be 'treated' (like weeding), and may 'recur' (like regrowth).
Practice
Quiz
In which context is the word 'condyloma' most appropriately used?