alveolitis
|al-ve-o-li-tis|
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/ˌæl.vi.oʊˈlaɪ.tɪs/
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/ˌæl.vi.əˈlaɪ.tɪs/
inflammation of alveoli
Etymology
Etymology Information
'alveolitis' originates from Latin, specifically the word 'alveolus,' where 'alveolus' meant 'small cavity or pit.'
Historical Evolution
'alveolus' transformed into the medical term 'alveolitis' to describe inflammation of these small cavities, particularly in the lungs.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it referred to any small cavity, but over time it evolved into its current medical usage describing inflammation.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
inflammation of the alveoli, especially in the lungs.
The patient was diagnosed with alveolitis after experiencing difficulty breathing.
Synonyms
Last updated: 2025/07/06 21:36