Lymphadenitis
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Pronunciation /lɪmfædəˈnaɪtɪs/ · Part of speech noun
Quick meaning: Lymphadenitis is a noun meaning (biology, medicine) The inflammation or swelling of the lymph nodes, often a nonspecific sign of infection but also often benign and of obscure origin.
Meaning
(biology, medicine) The inflammation or swelling of the lymph nodes, often a nonspecific sign of infection but also often benign and of obscure origin.
Example Sentences
(all often synonymous in imprecise use)
Word Forms
- lymphadenitides
- lymphadenitises
- lymphadenites
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include dermatopathic, lymphadenoma, adenolymphitis, lymphoma, lymph, lymphoglandula.
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