angina

angina definition - medical

an·gi·na (ăn-jīˈnə, ănˈjə-)

noun
  1. A severe constricting pain, especially angina pectoris.
  2. A sore throat.

Related Forms:

  • an·giˈnal adjective

Related Forms:

  • anˈgi·noseˌ (-jə-nōsˌ) adjective

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