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.

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