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meningite

/me.ninˈdʒi.te/noun · feminineC2
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Meaning

meningitis

  • serious inflammation of the membranes surrounding the brain and spinal cord

In a sentence

La diagnosi precoce della meningite è fondamentale per evitare complicazioni.

Early diagnosis of meningitis is crucial to avoid complications.

Il medico sospettava una meningite e ha ordinato subito delle analisi.

The doctor suspected meningitis and immediately ordered tests.

Fortunatamente il bambino non aveva contratto la meningite.

Fortunately, the child had not contracted meningitis.

Word forms (2)
WordWord forms
meningitefeminine · singular
meningitifeminine · plural

Usage notes

  • Usually used with the definite article (la meningite) to denote the illness.
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