First Known Use: circa 1884
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rhinitis
noun rhi·ni·tis \rī-ˈnī-təs\
Definition of RHINITIS
: inflammation of the mucous membrane of the nose
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Origin of RHINITIS
New Latin
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rhinitis
noun rhi·ni·tis \rī-ˈnīt-əs\
plural rhi·nit·i·des \-ˈnit-ə-ˌdēz\
Medical Definition of RHINITIS
: inflammation of the mucous membrane of the nose marked especially by rhinorrhea, nasal congestion and itching, and sneezing; also : any of various conditions characterized by rhinitis—see allergic rhinitis, rhinitis medicamentosa, rhinitis sicca, vasomotor rhinitis
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