Rheumatism (noun)

1. A medical condition characterized by pain and stiffness in the joints and muscles, typically as a result of inflammation or injury.
2. Pain or stiffness in the joints, muscles, or bones, especially as a result of getting older or damp weather.

Origin:

Late middle english: via old french from late latin rheumatismus, from greek rheuma "flow, current".

Examples:

1. The elderly woman was diagnosed with rheumatism and prescribed pain medication.
2. The rheumatism was affecting the patient's ability to perform daily activities.
3. The doctor advised the patient to avoid damp weather to prevent rheumatism.
4. The rheumatism was a common complaint among the elderly population.
5. The patient was suffering from severe rheumatism in his knees and hips.