Associations to the word «Dystrophy»

Wiktionary

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

Dictionary definition

DYSTROPHY, noun. Any of several hereditary diseases of the muscular system characterized by weakness and wasting of skeletal muscles.
DYSTROPHY, noun. Any degenerative disorder resulting from inadequate or faulty nutrition.

Wise words

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