ascites
noun
as·ci·tes ə-ˈsī-tēz 
plural ascites
: abnormal accumulation of serous fluid in the spaces between tissues and organs in the cavity of the abdomen
ascitic
ə-ˈsi-tik
adjective 
Word History
Etymology
Middle English aschytes, from Late Latin ascites, from Greek askitēs, from askos
First Known Use
14th century, in the meaning defined above
Medical Definition
ascites
noun
as·ci·tes ə-ˈsīt-ēz
plural ascites
: abnormal accumulation of serous fluid in the spaces between tissues and organs in the cavity of the abdomen
called also hydroperitoneum