atrophy
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British pronunciation
/ˈætɹəfi/

Definition och betydelse av "atrophy"på engelska

to atrophy
01

atrofiera, degenerera

to gradually decline, typically due to lack of use, nourishment, or stimulation
Intransitive
to atrophy definition and meaning
example
Exempel
Without regular exercise, muscles can atrophy over time.
Utan regelbunden träning kan musklerna atrofiera över tid.
The lack of proper care is currently causing the plant to atrophy.
Bristen på ordentlig vård orsakar för närvarande att plantan atrofierar.
Atrophy
01

atrofi, degeneration

the gradual wasting away or shrinkage of a body tissue or organ, typically due to lack of use, injury, or a medical condition
example
Exempel
Prolonged immobilization can lead to muscle atrophy, causing weakness and loss of function.
Långvarig immobilisering kan leda till muskelatrofi, vilket orsakar svaghet och funktionsförlust.
Nerve damage may result in muscle atrophy in the affected area.
Nervskador kan resultera i muskelatrofi i det drabbade området.
02

atrofi, funktionell försämring

a decline in effectiveness or function due to underuse or neglect
example
Exempel
His skills experienced atrophy after years without practice.
Hans färdigheter upplevde atrofi efter år utan övning.
The company suffered atrophy of its innovative capacity.
Företaget led av atrofi av sin innovationsförmåga.
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