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1. (n.) pyorrhea
a discharge of pus.
2. pyorrhea
severe periodontitis, characterized by bleeding and suppuration of the gums and often loosening of the teeth.
pyrargyrite.
Etymology: (1700–10; < NL Pyracantha type genus < Gk pŷrfire+ákantha thorn)
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1. (noun) pyorrhea, pyorrhoea
discharge of pus
2. (noun) pyorrhea, pyorrhoea, pyorrhea alveolaris, Riggs' disease
chronic periodontitis; purulent inflammation of the teeth sockets
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