DYSTROPHY

dystrophy

(noun) any degenerative disorder resulting from inadequate or faulty nutrition

Source: WordNet® 3.1


Etymology

Noun

dystrophy (plural dystrophies)

A wasting of body tissues, of either genetic origin or due to inadequate or defective nutrition.

Source: Wiktionary



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