[1900–05; ortho- + static]This word is first recorded in the period 1900–05. Other words that entered Englishat around the same time include: Young Turk, hookup, hormone, hydroplane, throwawayortho- is a combining form occurring in loanwords from Greek, where it meant “straight,”“upright,” “right,” “correct” (orthodox) and on this model used in the formation of compound words (orthopedic). Other words that use the affix ortho- include: orthoclase, orthogonal, orthohydrogen, orthonormal, orthostichy
Examples of 'orthostatic' in a sentence
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The dizzy spell effect, called orthostatic hypotension, is especially common among the elderly.
The Sun (2016)
The student, 22, suffers from postural orthostatic tachycardia syndrome which affects the body's ability to adjust to gravity's pull.
The Sun (2011)
Scientists say the brief drop in blood pressure that causes the dizziness, or orthostatic hypotension, can damagethe brain.
The Sun (2017)
The sensation is caused by a sudden drop in blood pressure, known as orthostatic hypertension.