atrophy | English to English Dictionary

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atrophy

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a decrease in size of an organ caused by disease or disuse(noun.state)

Synonym:
wasting, wasting away

source: wordnet30
any weakening or degeneration (especially through lack of use)(noun.event)

Synonym:
withering

source: wordnet30
A wasting away from want of nourishment; diminution in bulk or slow emaciation of the body or of any part.(noun)

source: webster1913

undergo atrophy(verb.body)

Example:
Muscles that are not used will atrophy.

source: wordnet30
To cause to waste away or become abortive; to starve or weaken.(verb)

source: webster1913
To waste away; to dwindle.(verb)

source: webster1913

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