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con⋅junc⋅ti⋅vi⋅tis

  [kuhn-juhngk-tuh-vahy-tis]
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–noun Ophthalmology.
inflammation of the conjunctiva.
Origin:
1825–35; conjunctiv(a) + -itis
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Cultural Dictionary

conjunctivitis [(kuhn-jungk-tuh-veye-tis)]

Inflammation of the conjunctiva, the transparent mucous membrane that lines the inner surface of the eyelid and covers the front part of the eyeball. Often called pinkeye.

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Medical Dictionary

Main Entry: con·junc·ti·vi·tis
Pronunciation: k&n-"j&[ng](k)-ti-'vIt-&s
Function: noun
: inflammation of theconjunctiva
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conjunctivitis con·junc·ti·vi·tis (kən-jŭngk'tə-vī'tĭs)
n.
Inflammation of the conjunctiva, characterized by redness and often accompanied by a discharge.

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conjunctivitis   (kən-jŭngk'tə-vī'tĭs)  Pronunciation Key 
Inflammation of the conjunctiva, characterized by redness, itching, and often accompanied by a discharge. Bacterial and viral infection and allergies are common causes of conjunctivitis.
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