arthritis — inflammation of one or more joints, causing pain and stiffness
Part of speech: NOUN
Definition: inflammation of one or more joints, causing pain and stiffness
Pronunciation (IPA): /ɑrˈθraɪtɪs/
Korean meaning: 관절염, 하나 이상의 관절에 염증이 생겨 통증과 경직을 일으키는 질병
Korean pronunciation: 아**쓰라**이티스
Example Sentences
- Ever since I started playing video games for 12 hours straight, my fingers developed what I call 'gamer arthritis.'
- The doctor explained that arthritis is more common as we age.
- My cat seems to have arthritis - she's been walking like a tiny, furry old lady.
arthritis
NOUN//ɑrˈθraɪtɪs//
inflammation of one or more joints, causing pain and stiffness
An elderly woman experiences arthritis pain in her swollen finger joints
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Origin
From Greek, combining 'arthron' meaning joint and 'itis' meaning inflammation. Ancient Greek physicians used this term to describe the swelling and pain in joints.
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“Ever since I started playing video games for 12 hours straight, my fingers developed what I call 'gamer arthritis.'”
“The doctor explained that arthritis is more common as we age.”
“My cat seems to have arthritis - she's been walking like a tiny, furry old lady.”
“Exercise can help prevent arthritis in later life.”
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