hidropoiesis: meaning, definition, pronunciation and examples
Very Rare / ObscureSpecialised Technical / Medical
Quick answer
What does “hidropoiesis” mean?
The production or formation of sweat.
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Definition
Meaning and Definition
The production or formation of sweat.
In physiology, the physiological process by which sweat is generated and secreted by the sweat glands.
Dialectal Variation
British vs American Usage
Differences
No known regional differences in usage. The term is equally obscure in both varieties.
Connotations
Purely clinical/scientific; no evaluative connotations.
Frequency
Extremely low frequency in all registers. Most common in specialised medical or physiological texts.
Grammar
How to Use “hidropoiesis” in a Sentence
The study focused on the neural mechanisms underlying hidropoiesis.Hidropoiesis is a key thermoregulatory function.Vocabulary
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Examples
Examples of “hidropoiesis” in a Sentence
verb
British English
- The eccrine glands hidropoiese in response to thermal stress.
American English
- The glands hidropoiese when core temperature rises.
adjective
British English
- The hidropoietic glands are innervated by sympathetic fibres.
American English
- The hidropoietic process is cholinergically mediated.
Usage
Meaning in Context
Business
Not used.
Academic
Used in specialised fields like physiology, dermatology, and sports medicine.
Everyday
Virtually never used. 'Sweating' is the common term.
Technical
The primary domain of use. Appears in technical literature discussing sweat gland function.
Vocabulary
Synonyms of “hidropoiesis”
Vocabulary
Antonyms of “hidropoiesis”
Watch out
Common Mistakes When Using “hidropoiesis”
- Misspelling as 'hydropoiesis' changes the meaning to water formation.
- Assuming it's a common term and using it in everyday contexts.
- Incorrect pronunciation stressing the wrong syllable (e.g., hi-DROP-oi-esis).
FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
No, it is an extremely rare and specialised medical/physiological term. The common word is 'sweating' or 'perspiration'.
Hidropoiesis refers specifically to the production or formation of sweat. Diaphoresis is a clinical term that typically denotes profuse or excessive sweating, often due to a medical condition or drug.
The prefix 'hidro-' is derived from the Greek 'hidrōs' (ἱδρώς), meaning sweat. 'Hydro-' comes from 'hydōr' (ὕδωρ), meaning water. The distinction is crucial for the specific meaning.
It is not advisable, as it will almost certainly not be understood. Use 'sweating' or 'perspiration' instead.
The production or formation of sweat.
Hidropoiesis is usually specialised technical / medical in register.
Hidropoiesis: in British English it is pronounced /ˌhʌɪdrə(ʊ)pɔɪˈiːsɪs/, and in American English it is pronounced /ˌhaɪdroʊpɔɪˈisɪs/. Tap the audio buttons above to hear it.
Phrases
Idioms & Phrases
- “N/A”
Learning
Memory Aids
Mnemonic
Think: 'hidro' (as in 'hydra', but for sweat) + 'poiesis' (making/creating, like in 'haematopoiesis'). It's the creation of sweat.
Conceptual Metaphor
N/A for this technical term.
Practice
Quiz
In which field is the term 'hidropoiesis' most likely to be used?