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Word of the Day Tuesday, June 9, 2026

hydrothorax

/ˌhaɪdrəˈθɔːræks/ noun · British & US
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What does hydrothorax mean?

noun

An accumulation of fluid in the pleural cavity of the thorax, often resulting from heart failure or liver disease.

Example

"The doctor ordered an ultrasound to investigate the patient's hydrothorax and determine the underlying cause."

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