noun
- Plural of coniosis; lung diseases caused by inhalation of dust particles, such as silicosis or asbestosis.
Usage: medical; technical
Examples
- Workers in mining industries are at risk of developing various conioses from prolonged dust exposure.
- The occupational health department monitored employees for signs of conioses.
- Silicosis and coal worker's pneumoconiosis are among the most common conioses.
- Protective equipment is essential to prevent conioses in hazardous work environments.