Inflammation
/ˌɪnfləˈmeɪʃən/
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Definition
(noun) The act of inflaming, kindling, or setting on fire.
Sentence Examples
I'm afraid I have an inflammation in my eyes.
Last year I suffered from an inflammation of my middle ear.
CEFR Practice Quiz
The doctor prescribed a special cream to reduce the ____ around the insect bite on his arm.