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iritis

noun
iri·​tis | \ ī-ˈrī-təs How to pronounce iritis (audio) \

Definition of iritis

: inflammation of the iris of the eye

Examples of iritis in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

 This can be due to dry eye (shocker, right?) or an inflammatory condition like iritis, Dr. Maszczak says. — Korin Miller, SELF, "8 Signs You’re Way Overdue for an Eye Exam," 25 Oct. 2018

First Known Use of iritis

1818, in the meaning defined above

History and Etymology for iritis

New Latin, irregular from iris

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iritis

noun
iri·​tis | \ ī-ˈrīt-əs How to pronounce iritis (audio) \

Medical Definition of iritis

: inflammation of the iris of the eye

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