anginose

/æŋˈɡaɪnoʊs/

Definitions

1. adjective

Having or resembling a network of fine, branching air passages, especially in the lungs.

“The anginose tissue in the patient’s lungs made breathing difficult.”

2. noun

A disease characterized by inflammation of the air passages in the lungs, leading to difficulty in breathing.

“The doctor suspected that the patient’s symptoms were a symptom of anginose disease.”

Synonyms

  • bronchitic
  • pulmonary

Antonyms

  • healthy
  • normal