Definition of atrophy
English to English noun - a decrease in size of an organ caused by disease or disuse
source: WordNet 3.0 - any weakening or degeneration (especially through lack of use)
source: WordNet 3.0 - A wasting away from want of nourishment; diminution in bulk or slow emaciation of the body or of any part.
source: Webster 1913 verb - undergo atrophy
Muscles that are not used will atrophy.
source: WordNet 3.0 - To cause to waste away or become abortive; to starve or weaken.
source: Webster 1913 - To waste away; to dwindle.
source: Webster 1913
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atrophy, atropa, autotroph, atropia, atrip, atrypa, attrap, autoharp, adrip, attribution, attribute, attributive, adrift, adorable
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