Meaning of the word atrophy in English
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atrophy
US /ˈæt.rə.fi/
UK /ˈæt.rə.fi/
Noun
1.
the wasting away of a body organ or tissue
Example:
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Muscle atrophy can occur due to prolonged disuse.
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The doctor diagnosed the patient with optic nerve atrophy.
Verb
1.
to waste away or degenerate due to lack of use or neglect
Example:
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Without constant practice, his skills began to atrophy.
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If you don't use your brain, it will atrophy.
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