cyst

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Etymology

From Late Latin cystis, from Ancient Greek κύστις.

Pronunciation

• IPA: /sɪst/

Noun

cyst (plural cysts)

1. A pouch or sac without opening, usually membranous and containing morbid matter, which develops in one of the natural cavities or in the substance of an organ.

Translations

• French: kyste
• German: Zyste
• Portuguese: cisto
• Russian: киста́
• Spanish: quiste

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