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remittent

Pronunciation: /rɪˈmɪt(ə)nt/
Definition of remittent

adjective

  • (of a fever) characterized by fluctuating body temperatures.

Origin:

late 17th century: from Latin remittent- 'sending back', from the verb remittere (see remit)

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