HealthJuly 10, 2026
otitis
oʊˈtaɪtɪs
Definition
An inflammatory condition of the ear, often referring to an ear infection.
Etymology
The word is derived from the Greek 'ous' (ear) and the suffix '-itis', which is used in medical terminology to denote inflammation.
In the news
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