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quinsy Definition

quinsy (kwin′zē)

noun

tonsillitis

Etymology: ME quinaci < ML quinancia < LL cynanche < Gr kynanchē, inflammation of the throat, lit., dog-choking < kyōn, dog (see hound) + anchein, to choke (see anger)

quinsy Usage Examples

Modifies a noun

  • drainage: This was similar with respect to quinsy drainage and foreign body removal from the ear, nose and throat.