Definition of blepharitis in English:
 blepharitis
nounˌblɛfəˈrʌɪtɪsˌblɛfəˈraɪdəs
mass nounMedicine Inflammation of the eyelid.
 Example sentencesExamples
-  The most common complication of the eye associated with rosacea is an intermittent inflammatory conjunctivitis, with or without blepharitis.
 -  Patients with inflammatory eye diseases are at risk for ocular vaccinial diseases, including blepharitis, iritis, and keratitis.
 -  According to the author, blepharitis is a commonly seen disease in the ophthalmology department.
 -  Although steroids provide quick temporary relief from all the symptoms and signs of blepharitis, they are often best avoided except by an ophthalmologist, who can ensure they are used safely.
 -  Regular eyelid hygiene is the most important part of treatment and prevention of blepharitis.
 
Origin
  
Mid 19th century: from Greek blepharon 'eyelid' + -itis.
   Definition of blepharitis in US English:
 blepharitis
nounˌblefəˈrīdəsˌblɛfəˈraɪdəs
Medicine Inflammation of the eyelid.
 Example sentencesExamples
-  Although steroids provide quick temporary relief from all the symptoms and signs of blepharitis, they are often best avoided except by an ophthalmologist, who can ensure they are used safely.
 -  Patients with inflammatory eye diseases are at risk for ocular vaccinial diseases, including blepharitis, iritis, and keratitis.
 -  The most common complication of the eye associated with rosacea is an intermittent inflammatory conjunctivitis, with or without blepharitis.
 -  Regular eyelid hygiene is the most important part of treatment and prevention of blepharitis.
 -  According to the author, blepharitis is a commonly seen disease in the ophthalmology department.
 
Origin
  
Mid 19th century: from Greek blepharon ‘eyelid’ + -itis.