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inflammation in the socket of a tooth; sometimes occurs after a tooth is extracted and a blood clot fails to form

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  1. n. inflammation in the socket of a tooth; sometimes occurs after a tooth is extracted and a blood clot fails to form
  2. n. inflammation of the alveoli in the lungs caused by inhaling dust; with repeated exposure the condition may become chronic
  3. n inflammation in the socket of a tooth; sometimes occurs after a tooth is extracted and a blood clot fails to form n inflammation of the alveoli in the lungs caused by inhaling dust; with repeated exposure the condition may become chronic