English Explanatory Dictionary

laryngitis

English dictionary entry

Meanings

noun
  1. An inflammation of the larynx, typically resulting in hoarseness.

Pronunciation

/lɛɹɪnˈd͡ʒaɪtɪs/ /læɹɪnˈd͡ʒaɪtɪs/ LL-Q1860 (eng)-Vealhurl-laryngitis.wav

Word forms

laryngitis laryngites laryngitides

Etymology

Attested since 1822 C.E. Learned borrowing from New Latin laryngitis, from larynx + -itis. By surface analysis, laryng- + -itis.

Derived words

laryngitic pharyngolaryngitis rhinolaryngitis
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