Meaning Of The Word Marasmus

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marasmus in American English
a condition of progressive emaciation, esp. in infants, as from inability to assimilate food
noun: malnutrition occurring in infants and young children, caused by insufficient intake of calories or protein and characterized by thinness, dry skin, poor muscle development, and irritability

marasmus in British English
noun: general emaciation and wasting, esp of infants, thought to be associated with severe malnutrition or impaired utilization of nutrients

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