Halitosis (noun)

A medical condition characterized by unpleasant breath odor.

Origin:

From new latin halitus 'breath' + -osis, a medical suffix indicating a condition or disorder.

Examples:

1. Halitosis can be caused by a variety of factors including poor oral hygiene.
2. Halitosis can be a symptom of a more serious underlying condition.
3. Halitosis can be treated with a combination of proper oral hygiene and diet.
4. Halitosis can be a source of embarrassment and social discomfort.
5. Halitosis is a common condition that affects a significant portion of the population.