algosis

/ælɡəˈuːsɪs/

Definitions

1. noun

a type of inflammation caused by an alga or other marine organism

“The doctor diagnosed the wound with algosis due to the seaweed exposure.”

2. noun

in biology, an alga-induced inflammation

“The researcher studied the effect of algosis on marine organisms.”

Synonyms

  • algal dermatitis
  • algic inflammation

Antonyms

  • algic tolerance
  • resistance