June 9, 2011

English note 2 (9)

+itis結尾,表示發炎

 

1. tonsillitis  \ ˌtɒnsə'laitis \ (n.)

 

DEF: Illness affecting tonsils.

 

EXM: Tonsillitis is an inflammation of the glands of the throat,

 

which results in a sore throat.

 

 

2. tendinitis  \ ˌtendə'naitis \ (n.)

 

DEF: Inflammation of a tendon usually occurring after excessive

 

use, as in a sports injury.

 

EXM: The most common cause of tendinitis is overuse and

 

repetitive motion from recreational, athletic, or occupational activities.

 

 

3. colitis  \ kə'laitis \ (n.)

 

DEF: Painful medical condition that affects your colon.

 

EXM: A pet that has sudden symptoms of colitis probably has a stress-related

    colitis.

 

 

4. gingivitis  \ ͵dʒɪndʒəˋvaɪtɪs \ (n.)

 

DEF: A medical condition that makes your gums painful.

 

EXM: Gingivitis may also increase a resident's risk for heart disease.

 

 

5. mastitis \ mæ'staitis \ (n.)

 

DEF: Illness that makes a woman’s breast sore.

 

EXM: Mastitis is defined as a unilateral bacterial infection of the breast.

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