Definition

A type of inflammation in the urethra that causes a thick, often pus-like discharge, usually due to a chronic infection.

Example

The doctor diagnosed him with gleet after examining the unusual discharge.

Conversation

I heard that someone at the clinic mentioned gleet recently.

Oh really? What did they say about it?

They were explaining how it's related to certain infections.

That makes sense; I didn't know it had a specific term like gleet.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Gleet originates from Middle English 'gleet' (meaning a watery discharge), which is derived from Old English 'glēat' (meaning a watery substance or mucus). The word refers to a thin, watery discharge, often associated with certain medical conditions.

Memory Tip

Think of a 'watery substance' when you hear 'gleet' — it helps you remember that it refers to a watery discharge.

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