Wordiyoatrophy
🇬🇧 UK/'ætrәfi/🇺🇸 US
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Definitions
n.
A reduction in the size or function of a body part or organ due to disease, injury, or lack of use.
萎缩；退化
v.
To waste away or weaken due to lack of use, disease, or neglect.
（使）萎缩，（使）退化
🧩 Root Breakdown
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Common Collocations
- 1.muscle atrophy肌肉萎缩
Example Sentences
- 1.
Muscle atrophy occurs when people do not exercise regularly.
- 2.
The patient's physical abilities began to atrophy after the injury.