Consumptive

noun

/kənˈsʌmptɪv/

Word Frequency: 0.4

Definitions

1.nounA person suffering from pulmonary tuberculosis.

2.adjectiveHaving a tendency to consume; dissipating; destructive; wasteful.

3.adjectiveOf, or relating to consumption.

4.adjectiveRelating to pulmonary tuberculosis.

"consumptive cough"

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