Koilonychia

Pronunciation: /kɔɪləˈnɪkiə/

Definitions of koilonychia

noun a medical term referring to a condition where the nails are abnormally thin and concave

Example Sentences

A1 Koilonychia is a condition where the nails become spoon-shaped.

A2 Some people may develop koilonychia due to iron deficiency.

B1 Treatment for koilonychia may involve iron supplements and proper nail care.

B2 Severe cases of koilonychia may require medical intervention such as nail surgery.

C1 Koilonychia can be a sign of underlying health issues and should be evaluated by a dermatologist.

C2 Dermatologists have various treatment options available for managing koilonychia, depending on the cause.

Examples of koilonychia in a Sentence

formal Koilonychia is a nail disorder characterized by thin, concave-shaped nails.

informal My doctor diagnosed me with koilonychia, which explains why my nails are shaped like spoons.

slang I hate having koilonychia because my nails look so weird.

figurative Her koilonychia was a physical manifestation of the stress she was under.

Grammatical Forms of koilonychia

• plural: koilonychias
• comparative: more koilonychial
• superlative: most koilonychial
• present tense: has koilonychia
• future tense: will have koilonychia
• perfect tense: have had koilonychia
• continuous tense: is having koilonychia
• singular: koilonychia
• positive degree: koilonychia
• infinitive: to have koilonychia
• gerund: having koilonychia
• participle: koilonychial

Origin and Evolution of koilonychia

First Known Use: 1850 year

Language of Origin: Greek

Story behind the word: The word 'koilonychia' originated from the combination of the Greek words 'koilos' meaning hollow or concave, and 'onyx' meaning nail.

Evolution of the word: Originally used in medical contexts to describe nails that are abnormally thin and concave, the term 'koilonychia' has retained its medical meaning but is now also used in general discussions about nail health and abnormalities.