arthritis
UK/ɑ:'θraitis/US
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Definitions
n.
A medical condition causing painful inflammation and stiffness of the joints.
关节炎
Root Breakdown
Root-derivedarthrroot
+
itisinflammation
=arthritis
Common Collocations
- 1.rheumatoid arthritis类风湿关节炎
- 2.osteoarthritis骨关节炎
Example Sentences
- 1.
Arthritis caused pain in her joints.
- 2.
Her arthritis made it painful to hold a pen for long periods.
- 3.
Medication and physical therapy help manage his arthritis symptoms.