spinitis

/s"pɪnaɪtɪs/

Definitions

1. noun

A type of respiratory infection, often caused by inhaling spores or fungi.

“She was diagnosed with spinitis after complaining of persistent coughing.”

2. noun

A rare or obsolete term for a respiratory disease.

“The old medical text described spinitis as a mysterious illness.”

Synonyms

  • pulmonary disease
  • respiratory infection

Antonyms

  • good lung function
  • respiratory health