atrophy
at
ˈæt
āt
ro
phy
fi
fi
British pronunciation
/ˈætɹəfi/

Definición y significado de "atrophy"en inglés

to atrophy
01

atrofiarse

to gradually decline, typically due to lack of use, nourishment, or stimulation
Intransitive
to atrophy definition and meaning
example
Ejemplos
During the long winter, the animals' food supply was scarce, causing them to atrophy.
Durante el largo invierno, el suministro de alimentos de los animales era escaso, lo que les hizo atrofiarse.
Atrophy
01

atrofia, degeneración

the gradual wasting away or shrinkage of a body tissue or organ, typically due to lack of use, injury, or a medical condition
example
Ejemplos
In certain medical conditions, such as malnutrition, organ atrophy may occur.
En ciertas condiciones médicas, como la desnutrición, puede ocurrir atrofia de los órganos.
02

atrofia, deterioro funcional

a decline in effectiveness or function due to underuse or neglect
example
Ejemplos
The garden fell into atrophy during the long winter.
El jardín cayó en atrofia durante el largo invierno.
LanGeek
Descargar la Aplicación
langeek application

Download Mobile App

stars

app store