The word “idiot” predates the brief medical use for a mentally disabled individual.
Originally an ancient greek insult, suggesting that someone doesn't understand politics. Such was life debating at the agora. At least it was one example given by several teachers on English, Swedish.
Returning to the use in medicine; I imagine the label was used verbatim to mean “lacking comprehension” or “ability”, so also describe a condition.
Originally an ancient greek insult, suggesting that someone doesn't understand politics. Such was life debating at the agora. At least it was one example given by several teachers on English, Swedish.
Returning to the use in medicine; I imagine the label was used verbatim to mean “lacking comprehension” or “ability”, so also describe a condition.