metritis: meaning, definition, pronunciation and examples
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What does “metritis” mean?
Inflammation of the uterus.
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Pronunciation
Definition
Meaning and Definition
Inflammation of the uterus.
A medical condition characterized by infection or inflammation of the uterine wall, often occurring postpartum or following invasive procedures.
Dialectal Variation
British vs American Usage
Differences
No significant spelling or pronunciation differences. Usage identical in both medical communities.
Connotations
Purely clinical, with no regional connotative variation.
Frequency
Equally low-frequency in both UK and US medical English, confined to veterinary, obstetrics, and gynecology contexts.
Grammar
How to Use “metritis” in a Sentence
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Collocations
Examples
Examples of “metritis” in a Sentence
adjective
British English
- The metritic uterus was palpably enlarged.
- Metritic changes were observed on histology.
American English
- Metritic tissue samples were sent for culture.
- The cow showed metritic discharge.
Usage
Meaning in Context
Business
Not used.
Academic
Used in medical/veterinary research papers and textbooks.
Everyday
Extremely rare; only used by patients or professionals discussing specific diagnoses.
Technical
Core term in veterinary medicine, obstetrics, gynecology.
Vocabulary
Synonyms of “metritis”
Neutral
Weak
Vocabulary
Antonyms of “metritis”
Watch out
Common Mistakes When Using “metritis”
- Misspelling as 'metritas', 'metrititis'. Confusing it with 'meningitis' or 'nephritis'. Using it for general pelvic pain.
FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
No. Metritis is inflammation of the entire uterine wall, while endometritis specifically involves the inner lining (endometrium). Metritis is often more severe.
No. Metritis specifically refers to inflammation of the uterus, a female reproductive organ.
The condition itself is not contagious, but the underlying bacterial infection causing it can sometimes be transmitted, particularly in veterinary settings.
The most common cause is bacterial infection ascending into the uterus following childbirth, miscarriage, or medical procedures.
Inflammation of the uterus.
Metritis is usually technical/medical in register.
Metritis: in British English it is pronounced /mɪˈtraɪtɪs/, and in American English it is pronounced /məˈtraɪtɪs/. Tap the audio buttons above to hear it.
Learning
Memory Aids
Mnemonic
METRitis: think METRos (Greek for 'womb') + ITIS (inflammation). Inflammation of the womb.
Conceptual Metaphor
INFLAMMATION IS FIRE ('The uterine fire' is an archaic metaphor, not contemporary).
Practice
Quiz
In which field is the term 'metritis' most frequently used?