siderotic

/ˌsaɪdəˈrɒtɪk/

Definitions

1. adjective

relating to or resembling siderosis, especially of the lungs; caused by the inhalation of silica dust.

“The doctor said the miner’s siderotic lungs were a result of years of working in the mine.”

Synonyms

  • silicose
  • silicotic

Antonyms

  • healthy
  • unaffected