ophthalmitis

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English

Etymology

From ophthalmo- +‎ -itis.

Pronunciation

Noun

ophthalmitis (uncountable)

  1. Severe conjunctivitis (inflammation of the conjunctiva).
    Synonym: ophthalmia

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