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Word of the Day Wednesday, June 10, 2026

pericarditis

/pərɪˈkɑːrdɪtɪs/ noun · British & US
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What does pericarditis mean?

noun

Inflammation of the pericardium, the sac surrounding the heart. This can cause chest pain and other symptoms.

Example

"The doctor diagnosed the patient with pericarditis and prescribed medication to reduce the inflammation."

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

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