Atrophy

noun

/ˈæ.tɹə.fi/

Word Frequency: 4.1

Definitions

1.nounA reduction in the functionality of an organ caused by disease, injury or lack of use.

2.verbTo wither or waste away.

3.verbTo cause to waste away or become abortive; to starve or weaken.

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