Hepatitis
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Pronunciation /ˌhɛpəˈtaɪ̯tɪs/ · Part of speech noun
Quick meaning: Hepatitis is a noun meaning Inflammation of the liver, sometimes caused by a viral infection.
Meaning
Inflammation of the liver, sometimes caused by a viral infection.
Example Sentences
Hepatitises B and C are the most important chronic viral infections of humans.
Word Forms
- hepatitises
- hepatitides
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include liver, hep, infection, virus, disease.
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