blepharitis

[ blef-uh-rahy-tis ]

noun

, Pathology.

1. inflammation of the eyelids.

blepharitis

/ ˌblɛfəˈrɪtɪk; ˌblɛfəˈraɪtɪs /

noun

1. inflammation of the eyelids

Derived Forms

• blepharitic, adjective

Other Words From

• bleph·a·rit·ic [blef-, uh, -, rit, -ik], adjective

Word History and Origins

Origin of blepharitis¹

blephar- + -itis

Word History and Origins

Origin of blepharitis¹

C19: from Greek blephar ( on ) eyelid + -itis

Example Sentences

The eyelid redness and swelling of blepharitis is more common in people older than 50.

From Washington Post

Q: I have had a bad case of blepharitis for many years.

From Seattle Times

Though eager to treat his blepharitis with cannabis-laced soda, Bill doesn't expect his spouse to take a sip.

From Los Angeles Times

If blepharitis is a chronic problem, wet a washcloth with hot water and apply warm compresses to the eyes every morning.

From New York Times

She typed in blepharitis, an inflammatory infection of the eyelid.

From New York Times