Word History

Etymology

probably back-formation from plasmapheresis

First Known Use

1975, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of pheresis was in 1975

Dictionary Entries Near pheresis

Cite this Entry

“Pheresis.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/pheresis. Accessed 24 Feb. 2025.

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