n. Inflammation of the intestines, generally the small intestine, that may lead to diarrhea.
the GNU version of the Collaborative International Dictionary of English
n. An inflammation of the intestines.
The Century Dictionary and Cyclopedia
n. In pathology, inflammation of the intestines.
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n. inflammation of the intestine (especially the small intestine); usually characterized by diarrhea
Word Usage
"Three were what was called enteritis, in one instance complicated with erysipelas; but it is well known that this term has been often used to signify inflammation of the peritoneum covering the intestines."