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lymphangitis
[ lim-fan-jahy-tis ]
noun
, Pathology.
, plural lym·phan·git·i·des [lim-fan-, jit, -i-deez].
- inflammation of the lymphatic vessels.
lymphangitis
/ ˌlɪmfænˈdʒaɪtɪs; ˌlɪmfænˈdʒɪtɪk /
noun
- inflammation of one or more of the lymphatic vessels
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Derived Forms
- lymphangitic, adjective
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Word History and Origins
Origin of lymphangitis1
First recorded in 1835–45; lymphang(i)- + -itis
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Word History and Origins
Origin of lymphangitis1
C19: see lymph , angio- , -itis
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Example Sentences
A sequel of chronic lymphangitis is a condition known as elephantiasis.
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Consequently, lymphangitis may be considered as infectious and non-infectious.
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In this particular instance it is demonstrated by the laminitis and lymphangitis of the previously sound limb.
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Sporadic cases of this kind are to be seen occasionally, and are apparently caused by repeated attacks of lymphangitis.
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Throbbing vessels are not always easily recognized if the subject is a victim of chronic lymphangitis.
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