rheumatiz
/ˈruməˌtɪz/
noun
- An informal or dialectal term for rheumatism, meaning pain and stiffness in the joints or muscles.
- In some rural areas, folks still call it rheumatiz instead of arthritis.
- He blamed his rheumatiz on the damp weather and hard work.
- "My rheumatiz is acting up again," the old farmer said, rubbing his knee.
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