Meaning of the word "senile dementia" in English

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senile dementia

US /ˌsiː.naɪl dɪˈmen.ʃə/
UK /ˌsiː.naɪl dɪˈmen.ʃə/
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Noun

1.

a general term for a decline in mental ability severe enough to interfere with daily life, often associated with old age

Example:
The doctor diagnosed her with senile dementia.
Early signs of senile dementia can include memory loss and confusion.
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