pneumonia
Definition
- n. respiratory disease characterized by inflammation of the lung parenchyma (excluding the bronchi) with congestion caused by viruses or bacteria or irritants
Word forms
- Plural
- pneumonias
Example sentences
n.
After catching a cold, he developed pneumonia and had to stay in the hospital for a week.
n.
The doctor explained that pneumonia can be very serious, especially for young children and the elderly.