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English to English noun
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a decrease in size of an organ caused by disease or disuse |  | source: wordnet30
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any weakening or degeneration (especially through lack of use) | | source: wordnet30
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A wasting away from want of nourishment; diminution in bulk or slow emaciation of the body or of any part. | | source: webster1913 verb
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undergo atrophy | | Example: Muscles that are not used will atrophy
source: wordnet30
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To cause to waste away or become abortive; to starve or weaken. | | source: webster1913
| 6 |
To waste away; to dwindle. | | source: webster1913
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