Associations to the word «Silicosis»

Wiktionary

SILICOSIS, noun. (disease) A disease of the lungs caused by the inhalation of crystalline silica dust.

Dictionary definition

SILICOSIS, noun. A lung disease caused by inhaling particles of silica or quartz or slate.

Wise words

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