degenerative
US /dɪˈdʒen.ə.rə.t̬ɪv/
UK /dɪˈdʒen.ər.ə.tɪv/
形容词
退行性, 变性
of or relating to a disease or condition in which the body or a part of the body gradually deteriorates
示例:
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Osteoarthritis is a common degenerative joint disease.
骨关节炎是一种常见的退行性关节疾病。
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Alzheimer's disease is a progressive degenerative condition of the brain.
阿尔茨海默病是一种进行性退行性脑部疾病。