n.
[NL., fr. Gr. splhni^tis of the spleen.]
(Med.) Inflammation of the spleen.
splenitis
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n.
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Inflammation of the spleen, a condition that is attended by enlargement of the organ and severe local pain. Is usually a diffuse suppurative infection.
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IN BRIEF: n. - Inflammation of the spleen.
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Meaning #1:
inflammation of the spleen
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