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bron·chi·ec·ta·sis

bronchiectasis

 
pronunciation:
brang ki ek tuh sihs
part of speech: noun
definition 1: chronic dilation of the bronchi or bronchial tubes, often resulting in infection.
definition 2: a diseased condition of the airways associated with chronic dilation of the bronchi or bronchial tubes, with symptoms such as the coughing up of mucus or blood, chest pain, and shortness of breath.