hepatoid

hɛpəˈtoʊɪd

Definitions

1. adjective

resembling or having the characteristics of the liver; having a liver-like appearance or function

“The hepatoid cells in the patient’s liver biopsy were a cause for concern.”

2. noun

a term used to describe a tumor that resembles liver tissue in its microscopic appearance

“The doctor diagnosed the patient with a hepatoid tumor.”

Synonyms

  • hepatic
  • liver-like

Antonyms

  • liver-unrelated
  • non-hepatic