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- US Pronunciation
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- [as-be-stoh-sis, az-]
- /ˌæs bɛˈstoʊ sɪs, ˌæz-/
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- US Pronunciation
- US IPA
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- [as-be-stoh-sis, az-]
- /ˌæs bɛˈstoʊ sɪs, ˌæz-/
Definitions of asbestosis word
- noun asbestosis inflammation of the lungs resulting from chronic inhalation of asbestos particles 3
- noun asbestosis a form of pneumoconiosis caused by inhaling asbestos particles 3
- noun asbestosis a lung disease caused by the inhalation of asbestos dust. 1
- noun asbestosis A lung disease resulting from the inhalation of asbestos particles, marked by severe fibrosis and a high risk of mesothelioma (cancer of the pleura). 1
- noun asbestosis (pathology) A chronic, inflammatory lung disease caused by long-term, heavy exposure to asbestos. 0
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Origin of asbestosis
First appearance:
before 1925 One of the 11% newest English words
From New Latin, dating back to 1925-30; See origin at asbestos, -osis
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Parts of speech for Asbestosis
noun
adjective
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asbestosis popularity
A pretty common term. Usually people know it’s meaning, but prefer to use a more spread out synonym. About 62% of English native speakers know the meaning and use word.
This word is included in each student's vocabulary. Most likely there is at least one movie with this word in the title.
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