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A bit of obsolete Freudian jargon. Date: Tue Feb 20 00:26:18 EST 1996 Subject: A.Word.A.Day--cathect ca.thect \k*-'thekt\ vt [back-formation fr. cathectic] : to invest with libidinal energy
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Hmmmmm. I suspect that we'll soon see a medicine use this word as the basis for its brand name.
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I wouldn't think it would be much of a seller. Sounds too much like catheter for my taste. Not real pleasant memories.
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2 entries found for catheter. To select an entry, click on it. catheterballoon catheter
Main Entry: cath·e·ter Pronunciation: 'ka-th&-t&r, 'kath-t&r Function: noun Etymology: Late Latin, from Greek kathetEr, from kathienai to send down, from kata- cata- + hienai to send -- more at JET : a tubular medical device for insertion into canals, vessels, passageways, or body cavities usually to permit injection or withdrawal of fluids or to keep a passage open
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