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Word: Xerophthalmia
Speech Type: Noun
Audio Pronunciation:
Phonetic Spelling:
ˌzɪərɒfˈθalmɪə
Dialects: British English
Definition:
abnormal dryness of the conjunctiva and cornea of the eye, with inflammation and ridge formation, typically associated with vitamin A deficiency.
Short Definition:abnormal dryness of conjunctiva and cornea of eye, with inflammation and ridge formation
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