English word cellulitis comes from English -itis
| Dictionary entry | Language | Definition |
|---|---|---|
| -itis | English (eng) | (humorous) Used to form the names of various fictitious afflictions or diseases.. (pathology) Suffix denoting diseases characterized by inflammation, itself often caused by an infection. |
| cellulitis | English (eng) | An inflammation of subcutaneous or connective tissue caused by a bacterial infection. |