dialysis
Translation
dialysis
Examples
He needs dialysis three times a week.
He needs dialysis three times a week.
The patient is on dialysis.
The patient is on dialysis.
Grammar Patterns
((on dialysis)) to be receiving dialysis treatment The patient is on dialysis.
((to need dialysis)) to require dialysis treatment He needs dialysis three times a week.
Similar Words
Synonyms: filtration, purification
Etymology
From Greek 'dia-' (through, apart) and 'lysis' (a loosening, setting free), meaning 'a separating through'.
Memory Tips
Think of it as a process that 'analyzes' and cleans the blood by separating waste.