HealthAugust 8, 2026

sickle

SIK-uhl

Definition

A farming tool consisting of a curved metal blade with a short handle, traditionally used for cutting grain or grass.

Etymology

Derived from the Old English word 'sicol,' which traces back to the Latin 'secula' or 'seculum,' meaning 'an instrument for cutting.'

In the news

Although not explicitly defined in the provided text, in medical or clinical contexts related to GLP-1 medications, the term 'sickle' typically appears when discussing sickle cell anemia or specific hematological research parameters.

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