emphysema
noun
UK/ˌem.fəˈsiː.mə/
US/ˌem.fəˈsiː.mə/
Definitions of emphysema noun
- Uncountable(不可数名词)
A chronic respiratory disease in which the air sacs in the lungs become abnormally inflated, leading to breathing difficulties and potential heart complications.
肺气肿
Prolonged exposure to air pollution can contribute to the development of emphysema.
长期暴露于空气污染可能导致肺气肿的发展。
Emphysema is a condition that tends to worsen over time.
肺气肿是一种随着时间的推移往往会恶化的疾病。
Symptoms of emphysema may include severe shortness of breath and a persistent cough.
肺气肿的症状可能包括严重的呼吸急促和持续性咳嗽。