osteoarthritis
[os-tee-oh-ahr-thrahy-tis]
noun Pathology.
the most common form of arthritis, usually occurring after middle age, marked by chronic breakdown of cartilage in the joints leading to pain, stiffness, and swelling.
Origin of osteoarthritis
Also called degenerative joint disease.
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