asbestosis

American

[as-be-stoh-sis, az-] / ˌæs bɛˈstoʊ sɪs, ˌæz- /

noun

Pathology.

a lung disease caused by the inhalation of asbestos dust.

asbestosis British

/ ˌæsbɛsˈtəʊsɪs /

noun

inflammation of the lungs resulting from chronic inhalation of asbestos particles

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asbestosis Scientific

/ ăs′bĕs-tō′sĭs /

A chronic, progressive lung disease caused by prolonged inhalation of asbestos particles.

Etymology

Origin of asbestosis

From New Latin, dating back to 1925–30; asbestos, -osis

Example Sentences

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Extended exposure to asbestos - which was once widely used in construction materials - can lead to a form of cancer called mesothelioma or the chronic lung disease asbestosis.

From BBC • Feb. 19, 2024

Dr Gun said the effects of asbestos exposure are likely being underestimated unless lung cancer is considered alongside mesothelioma and asbestosis.

From Science Daily • Nov. 14, 2023

Exposure has been associated with major health effects of the lungs, including lung cancer, mesothelioma and asbestosis.

From Seattle Times • May 10, 2023

Grace for 18 months in 1968 and 1969 and was diagnosed with asbestosis in 2002.

From New York Times • Feb. 25, 2022

The body cannot break down these fibers once they are stuck, which is why exposure to asbestos can cause serious health issues including asbestosis, lung cancer and mesothelioma, the university states.

From Fox News • Oct. 18, 2019

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