emphysema

.emfi'si:mә

n. an abnormal condition of the lungs marked by decreased respiratory function; associated with smoking or chronic bronchitis or old age

n. 肺气肿
[医] 气肿, 肺气肿

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emphysema 的词根是 em-（在内）和 physema（膨胀），表示肺部过度膨胀或气体积聚的状态。

例句

1. Emphysema is a serious lung condition that makes it hard to breathe.

肺气肿是一种严重的肺部疾病，使呼吸变得困难。

2. Many smokers develop emphysema over time due to the damage caused by smoking.

许多吸烟者随着时间的推移因吸烟造成的损害而患上肺气肿。

3. Doctors recommend regular check-ups for early detection of emphysema.

医生建议定期检查以便早期发现肺气肿。