emaciation

Meanings

• noun

  The state of being extremely thin, especially as a result of illness or starvation.

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Rhymes

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ace-iation , depreciation , collaboration

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Variants

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emaciate , emaciated , emaciates , emaciating , emaciation , emaciations

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Etymology

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From the Latin word 'emaciatio' meaning 'thinning' or 'wasting away'.

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Trivia

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1. Emaciation was a common symptom of tuberculosis in the 19th and early 20th centuries.

2. The term 'emaciated' was first used in English in the 16th century.

3. Emaciation is often used as a euphemism for death in literature and poetry.

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Related Concepts

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1. Cachexia: A complex metabolic condition associated with chronic illnesses, including cancer, HIV/AIDS, and chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD). Cachexia is characterized by loss of muscle mass and body weight, and it can lead to increased mortality.

2. Marasmus: A severe form of malnutrition characterized by extreme weight loss, muscle wasting, and fatigue. Marasmus is often seen in children and can lead to serious health complications if left untreated.

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Culture

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Emaciation is a common symptom of various diseases and health conditions, including anorexia nervosa, tuberculosis, and cancer. In literature and art, emaciation is often used as a visual representation of suffering or illness.

How to Memorize "emaciation"

1. visualize
   

   - Imagine a person who is extremely thin, with visible bones and sunken eyes. Visualize the texture of their skin and the way their clothes hang loosely on their body.

2. associate
   

   - Associate the word 'emaciation' with the image of a malnourished child or a sick person lying in a hospital bed.

3. mnemonics
   

   - Remember the word 'emaciation' by associating it with the word 'starvation'. Both words have the same root and share a similar meaning.

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