Gout

Pronunciation: /ɡaʊt/

Definitions of gout

noun a form of arthritis characterized by severe pain, redness, and tenderness in joints, typically affecting the big toe

Example Sentences

A1 My grandfather suffers from gout.

A2 Gout is a type of arthritis that causes sudden and severe pain in the joints.

B1 The doctor prescribed medication to help manage his gout flare-ups.

B2 Dietary changes can help prevent gout attacks in individuals prone to the condition.

C1 Chronic gout can lead to joint damage and deformity if left untreated.

C2 Research is ongoing to develop new treatments for gout that are more effective and have fewer side effects.

Examples of gout in a Sentence

formal Gout is a form of arthritis characterized by severe pain, redness, and tenderness in the joints.

informal My uncle suffers from gout and has to watch what he eats to prevent flare-ups.

slang I heard gout is sometimes referred to as 'rich man's disease' because it's associated with a diet high in rich foods.

figurative The gout of corruption in the government is spreading and affecting all levels of society.

Grammatical Forms of gout

• past tense: gouted
• plural: gouts
• comparative: more gout
• superlative: most gout
• present tense: gouts
• future tense: will gout
• perfect tense: have gouted
• continuous tense: is gouting
• singular: gout
• positive degree: gout
• infinitive: to gout
• gerund: gouting
• participle: gouted

Origin and Evolution of gout

First Known Use: 1250 year

Language of Origin: Latin

Story behind the word: The word 'gout' originated from the Latin word 'gutta' which means a drop, referring to the belief that the disease was caused by drops of humors in the body.

Evolution of the word: Over time, the word 'gout' has evolved to specifically refer to a form of arthritis characterized by severe pain, redness, and tenderness in joints, particularly in the big toe.