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单词 humoral theory
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Definition of humoral theory in English:

humoral theory

noun
  • 1The theory that the balance and condition of the four humours, or (in later use) the body fluids generally, are responsible for states of health and disease; any theory of this nature (now historical).

  • 2Any theory attributing a physiological role to specific chemical substances in the body fluids; (Immunology) the theory that immunity, or a specific immunological phenomenon, is dependent upon the action of antibodies rather than cells.

Origin

Late 18th century.

 
 

Definition of humoral theory in US English:

humoral theory

noun
  • 1The theory that the balance and condition of the four humours, or (in later use) the body fluids generally, are responsible for states of health and disease; any theory of this nature (now historical).

  • 2Any theory attributing a physiological role to specific chemical substances in the body fluids; (Immunology) the theory that immunity, or a specific immunological phenomenon, is dependent upon the action of antibodies rather than cells.

Origin

Late 18th century.

 
 
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