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rheumatism

nounmasculinegeneral usecommon/ʁewmɐˈtiʒmu/reu·ma·tis·mo

Definition

1

A general term for various painful medical conditions affecting the joints, muscles, and connective tissues.

Usage examples

Cold weather often aggravates his rheumatism.
She takes medication to manage the pain from her rheumatism.