meconic

/mɛkənɪk/

Definitions

1. adjective

of or relating to meconium, especially in medicine, or resembling meconium

“The meconic stools of the newborn baby were a sign of a digestive issue.”

2. noun

a substance resembling meconium

“The doctor analyzed the meconic discharge from the patient’s bowel.”

3. noun

a type of rock or mineral deposit resembling meconium

“The geologist studied the meconic formations in the ancient riverbed.”

Synonyms

  • coproporphyrin
  • faecal
  • meconium-like

Antonyms

  • hypoallergic
  • sterile