Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
catarrhal
adjective
/kəˈtɑːr.əl/
Definition
Related to or characterized by an excessive discharge of mucus, especially from the mucous membranes of the respiratory tract.
Examples
- She experienced catarrhal symptoms like a sore throat and a stuffy nose.
- The doctor diagnosed him with catarrhal inflammation due to a viral infection.
- Catarrhal conditions can often be triggered by environmental irritants.
Meaning
Catarrhal refers to the inflammation of mucous membranes, often leading to symptoms like a runny nose or cough due to conditions such as a cold or allergies.
Synonyms
- mucosal
- nasal
- respiratory
