otitis
Translation
otitis, ear inflammation
Examples
The doctor diagnosed him with otitis.
The doctor diagnosed him with otitis.
Otitis media is common in young children.
Otitis media is common in young children.
Grammar Patterns
((noun)) a medical term for inflammation of the ear. The doctor diagnosed him with otitis.
Similar Words
Synonyms: ear infection, earache.
Etymology
From Ancient Greek 'otos' (ear) + '-itis' (inflammation).
Memory Tips
Remember that the suffix '-itis' denotes inflammation, as in 'arthritis' or 'bronchitis'.