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alveolitis meaning and definition
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Definition of alveolitis (noun)
- inflammation in the socket of a tooth; sometimes occurs after a tooth is extracted and a blood clot fails to form
- synonyms: dry socket
- inflammation of the alveoli in the lungs caused by inhaling dust; with repeated exposure the condition may become chronic
Source: Princeton University Wordnet