Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

porosis

noun

pəˈroʊ.sɪs

Definition

Porosis refers to a condition characterized by porous or weakened structure, often used in the context of bones or tissues becoming less dense.

Examples

Osteoporosis is a common form of porosis that affects bone density.
In medical imaging, porosis appears as an increase in the number of visible pores in the bone.

Meaning

The term porosis is derived from the Greek word ‘poros’ meaning ‘passage’ or ‘pore,’ indicating the intricacies involved in the weakening of bodily structures.