chalicosis

English dictionary entry

Meanings

noun
  1. A form of pneumoconiosis affecting the lungs or bronchioles, found chiefly among stonecutters.

Word forms

chalicosis

Etymology

From Ancient Greek χάλιξ (khálix, “gravel”), + -osis.

Synonyms

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