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1. (n.) silicosis
a disease of the lungs caused by the inhaling of siliceous particles.
Etymology: (1890–95)
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1. (noun) silicosis
a lung disease caused by inhaling particles of silica or quartz or slate
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1. silicosis
A form of pneumoconiosis resulting from inhalation of dust containing crystalline form of SILICON DIOXIDE, usually in the form of quartz. Amorphous silica is relatively nontoxic.
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