tendonitis
|ten-do-ni-tis|
B2
/ˌtɛn.dəˈnaɪ.tɪs/
tendon inflammation
Etymology
Etymology Information
'tendonitis' originates from the word 'tendon' combined with the suffix '-itis,' which is used in medical terminology to denote inflammation.
Historical Evolution
The term 'tendonitis' was formed in modern English by combining 'tendon' with '-itis,' a common suffix in medical terms.
Meaning Changes
The meaning has remained consistent, referring to the inflammation of tendons.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
inflammation of a tendon, often caused by overuse or injury.
Athletes often suffer from tendonitis due to repetitive movements.
Synonyms
Last updated: 2025/04/25 15:21