Definition of Inflammations. Meaning of Inflammations. Synonyms of Inflammations
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Definition of Inflammations
Inflammation Inflammation In*flam*ma"tion, n. [L. inflammatio: cf. F.
inflammation. See Inflame.]
1. The act of inflaming, kindling, or setting on fire; also,
the state of being inflamed. ``The inflammation of fat.'
--Wilkins.
2. (Med.) A morbid condition of any part of the body,
consisting in congestion of the blood vessels, with
obstruction of the blood current, and growth of morbid
tissue. It is manifested outwardly by redness and
swelling, attended with heat and pain.
3. Violent excitement; heat; passion; animosity; turbulence;
as, an inflammation of the mind, of the body politic, or
of parties. --Hooker.