COPD

abbreviation or noun

ˌsē-ˌō-ˌpē-ˈdē 

: chronic obstructive pulmonary disease

Examples of COPD in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

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

Travelers with asthma, COPD or other respiratory conditions may want to bring N95 masks and monitor daily air quality forecasts. — James Ward, USA Today, 25 Aug. 2026

Word History

First Known Use

1967, in the meaning defined above

Medical Definition

COPD

noun

ˌsē-ˌō-ˌpē-ˈdē 

: chronic obstructive pulmonary disease