Cirrhosis Meaning
/sɪˈɹoʊ.sɪs/Definition, CEFR level C1, pronunciation, examples, and quiz.
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Definition
nounA chronic disease of the liver caused by damage from toxins (including alcohol), metabolic problems, hepatitis, or nutritional deprivation, characterised by an increase in fibrous tissue and the destruction of liver cells.
nounInterstitial inflammation of kidneys, lungs, and other organs.
Sentence Examples
I've a serious illness, I've advanced cirrhosis of the liver.
CEFR Practice Quiz
Years of heavy drinking led to a diagnosis of liver ____.
CEFR Practice Quiz (Alternate)
____ is a serious condition that causes scarring of the human liver.
Word Origin & History
From Ancient Greek κιρρός (kirrhós, “tawny”) and -osis.
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CEFR Practice Quiz
Years of heavy drinking led to a diagnosis of liver ____.
CEFR Practice Quiz (Alternate)
____ is a serious condition that causes scarring of the human liver.