asbestosis

/ˈæs.bɛsˌtəʊ.sɪs/ · noun

Meaning

A chronic, inflammatory lung disease caused by long-term, heavy exposure to asbestos.

Etymology / origin

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Related words

aluminosis(English)black lung(English)asthma(English)anthracosis(English)silicosis(English)status asthmaticus(English)arsenicosis(English)mesothelioma(English)pneumoconiosis(English)pleural(English)peritoneal(English)asbestos(English)

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Sources

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