Meaning of the word anorexic in English

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anorexic

US /ˌæn.əˈrek.sɪk/
UK /ˌæn.əˈrek.sɪk/
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Adjective

1.

relating to or suffering from anorexia nervosa

Example:
She was diagnosed with an anorexic condition.
The patient showed signs of being severely anorexic.

Noun

1.

a person suffering from anorexia nervosa

Example:
The doctor referred the young anorexic to a specialist.
Support groups are available for anorexics and their families.
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