English word itis 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. |
| itis | English (eng) | (informal) A medical condition accompanied by inflammation.. (informal, Caribbean) The feeling of sleepiness after eating a heavy meal, usually the itis. |