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bronchitis

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Noun — Inflammation of the airways (bronchi) in the lungs, often causing coughing and difficulty breathing.

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Etymology

From Late Latin bronchus, from the Ancient Greek brónkhos ("windpipe"), plus the medical suffix "-itis," meaning inflammation.

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Frequently asked questions

What does “bronchitis” mean?

The word “bronchitis” means inflammation of the airways (bronchi) in the lungs, often causing coughing and difficulty breathing. In plain terms, a chest illness where the airways to the lungs get inflamed, causing coughing and tightness in the chest.

How do you pronounce “bronchitis”?

“Bronchitis” is pronounced brong-KEYE-tihs (/bɹɒŋˈkaɪtɪs/ in IPA).

How do you use “bronchitis” in a sentence?

Here is “bronchitis” used in a sentence: “The doctor diagnosed him with bronchitis and prescribed rest and fluids.”

What part of speech is “bronchitis”?

“Bronchitis” is a noun.

Where does the word “bronchitis” come from?

The word “bronchitis” comes from Ancient Greek. From Late Latin bronchus, from the Ancient Greek brónkhos ("windpipe"), plus the medical suffix "-itis," meaning inflammation.

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