English word gnathitis comes from English -itis, English gnatho- ((anatomy) jaw.)
| 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. |
| gnatho- | English (eng) | (anatomy) jaw. |
| gnathitis | English (eng) | Inflammation of the cheek or upper jaw. |