| a calculus or concretion found in the stomach or intestines of certain animals, esp. ruminants, formerly reputed to be an effective remedy for poison. |
| a chattering or flighty, light-headed person. |
pharyngitis phar·yn·gi·tis (fār'ĭn-jī'tĭs)
n.
Inflammation of the pharynx.
| pharyngitis (fār'ĭn-jī'tĭs) Pronunciation Key
Inflammation of the pharynx, often a result of viral or bacterial infection, especially streptococcal bacteria. See also strep throat. |