COPD

abbreviation or noun

ˌsē-ˌō-ˌpē-ˈdē 

: chronic obstructive pulmonary disease

Examples of COPD in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

His attorneys had warned in legal filings beforehand that his medical problems — including lung cancer, COPD, prostate cancer and pneumonia — could make for an exceptionally painful execution. — Keri Blakinger, ProPublica, 6 Oct. 2026

Analysts and the company have projected that the injectable drug could reap billions in annual sales if approved, both in COPD and in other conditions including asthma. — Ed Silverman, STAT, 9 Sep. 2026

The detailed data reinforces hopes that the product could be a breakthrough treatment for COPD, a progressive lung disease that blocks airflow and makes breathing difficult. — Annika Kim Constantino, CNBC, 8 Sep. 2026

The American Lung Association says that in 2021, more than 138,825 people died from COPD. — Dr. Jennifer Miao, ABC News, 8 Sep. 2026

Word History

First Known Use

1967, in the meaning defined above

Medical Definition

COPD

noun

ˌsē-ˌō-ˌpē-ˈdē 

: chronic obstructive pulmonary disease