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Word of the Day Tuesday, June 9, 2026

bronchitis

/brɒŋˈkaɪtɪs/ noun · British & US
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What does bronchitis mean?

noun

Inflammation of the mucous membrane lining the bronchi, the air passages that lead to the lungs. It can be acute or chronic.

Example

"The doctor diagnosed her with bronchitis and prescribed antibiotics to help clear up the infection."

Definition generated by AI and curated by RJS Tech Solutions LLP.

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