catarrh
/kə'tɑ:/
Definition
- Noun:
- Inflammation of the nose and throat with increased production of mucus: A medical condition characterized by the inflammation of the mucous membranes in the nose and throat, leading to excessive mucus production, congestion, and a runny nose.
Usage
- General Use: The term is used to describe a common symptom of colds, allergies, or other upper respiratory infections.
- Medical/Formal Context: It is a formal medical term for a specific type of inflammatory condition of the mucous membranes.
Examples
- Noun:
- He was suffering from a bad case of catarrh, which made it difficult to breathe.
- The persistent catarrh was a symptom of her seasonal allergies.
Advanced Usage
- "To have catarrh": To be suffering from the symptoms of catarrh.
- She has had catarrh for over a week now.
Variants and Related Words
- Catarrhal (adj): Relating to or affected by catarrh.
- He had a catarrhal infection.
Synonyms
- Rhinitis: Inflammation of the nasal mucous membrane.
- Nasal congestion: Blockage of the nasal passages.
- Post-nasal drip: Excess mucus dripping down the back of the throat.
Notes on Different Meanings
- The term specifically refers to the inflammatory condition and its symptoms (excess mucus), not to the mucus itself. It is not a synonym for "phlegm" or "snot," which are the substances produced.
Noun
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inflammation of the nose and throat with increased production of mucus
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