osteoarthritis

CEFRB2

/ˌɑstiˌoʊɑˈrθraɪtəs/

noun

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  1. 01

    noun

    A joint disease caused by worn or damaged cartilage.

  2. 02

    noun

    Extra detail

    A form of arthritis, affecting mainly older people, caused by chronic degeneration of the cartilage and synovial membrane of the joints, leading to pain and stiffness.

Examples

  • Humid climates are harmful for those with osteoarthritis.

  • There is no cure for osteoarthritis.

At a glance

Sits at B2 on the CEFR scale

Senses
2
Parts of speech
1
Citations
1
Synonyms
2

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Origin

noun

From osteo- + arthritis.