grinder's asthma
Synonym of silicosisSynonym of silicosis.
Meaning
1 senses(obsolete, uncountable)Synonym of silicosis.
Origin
So called because it was historically prevalent among metalworkers who performed grindingSo called because it was historically prevalent among metalworkers who performed grinding processes.
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Synonyms
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