bronchitis

[brong-kahy-tis]

noun

Pathology.

1. acute or chronic inflammation of the membrane lining of the bronchial tubes, caused by respiratory infection or exposure to bronchial irritants, as cigarette smoke.

bronchitis

/ brɒŋˈkɪtɪk, brɒŋˈkaɪtɪs /

noun

1. inflammation of the bronchial tubes, characterized by coughing, difficulty in breathing, etc, caused by infection or irritation of the respiratory tract

bronchitis

1. Inflammation of the mucous membrane of the bronchial tubes, often as a result of a cold or other viral infection. Smoking is also a common cause of chronic bronchitis.

Other Word Forms

• bronchitic adjective

Word History and Origins

Origin of bronchitis¹

From New Latin, dating back to 1812; bronch-, -itis

Example Sentences

In October 2024, he announced the postponement of several shows to recover from bronchitis and laryngitis.

From Los Angeles Times

Among the recorded causes of death were measles, whooping cough, influenza, tuberculosis and bronchitis.

From BBC

Long-term exposure can result in lung inflammation, chronic bronchitis and chronic emphysema.

From Los Angeles Times

Prior to his death, Francis had been battling a case of bronchitis.

From Salon

Pope Francis, who has been battling pneumonia and bronchitis for more than three weeks, has shown a "good response" to treatment, the Vatican has said.

From BBC