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paralyses Definition


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paralysis
noun paralyses
    1. A temporary or permanent loss of muscular function or sensation in any part of the body, usually caused by nerve damage, eg as a result of disease or injury.
      Thesaurus: immobility, torpor, paraplegia, quadriplegia, stroke, palsy, paresis.
    2. A state of immobility; a standstill.
      Thesaurus: standstill, halt, shutdown, breakdown, arrest, stagnation, torpor.
Etymology: 16c: Greek, from paralyein to enfeeble.



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