PHTHISICKY

Etymology

Adjective

phthisicky (comparative more phthisicky, superlative most phthisicky)

Having phthisis, or some symptom of it, as difficulty in breathing.

Source: Wiktionary


Phthis"ick*y, a.

Definition: Having phthisis, or some symptom of it, as difficulty in breathing.

Source: Webster’s Unabridged Dictionary 1913 Edition



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