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atrophy
nounfemininecommon/ɐtɾuˈfiɐ/
Definition
1A decrease in the size or volume of an organ or tissue.
Usage examples
“Lack of exercise leads to muscle atrophy.”
“The muscle showed signs of atrophy.”
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A decrease in the size or volume of an organ or tissue.
“Lack of exercise leads to muscle atrophy.”
“The muscle showed signs of atrophy.”