noun
- plural of angina; severe chest pains caused by reduced blood flow to the heart muscle
- plural of angina; severe throat infections or inflammations
Usage: medical
Usage: medical; less common in modern usage
Examples
- The cardiologist explained that his recurring anginas were caused by blocked arteries.
- She experienced severe anginas during physical exertion.
- The medication helped reduce the frequency of his anginas.
- Multiple patients in the ward were being treated for different types of anginas.
- The doctor distinguished between stable and unstable anginas in her diagnosis.
- His family history included several cases of cardiac anginas.